Both of us have experienced seasons of suffering due to receiving a cancer diagnosis at a young age. As young adults, there is no road map for how to deal with this kind of disappointment. Our faith and strong belief in Christ brought us both through these trials individually.

After much healing and recovery, both physically and mentally, our paths came together at a Starbucks on Main Street. A mutual friend suggested we meet to share our stories and discuss Christian Mindfulness. She knew what we had both gone through, and the faith we shared that helped us in our healing.

Diana ordered a mint tea and Nate ordered a child's hot chocolate (which provided some immediate, good natured laughs at his expense). We talked for over two hours (until we noticed it was almost past our bed time - 9:30pm) and felt that we had known one another for years. We were able to share openly about life and faith and felt a connection.

Nate asked for Diana's number to "talk more about mindfulness" and the texting began (first thing the next morning, much to Diana's excitement). We made things official a few short weeks later and have had many adventures since.

Nate asked Diana to marry him on August 23, 2019 to which Diana said a resounding YES!

We both see "the Goodness of the Lord in the land of the living" and are grateful for the joy we share together every day.