Brandon and Taylor Jane's journey began in the fall of 2023, in a place where worship and connection set the foundation for their love story. Their first date was at Gateway Church for a worship service. It was here, sitting behind the sound booth, where she watched Brandon, eyes glued to his phone as he researched the latest audio gear. Taylor smiled to herself, realizing that this was the kind of man who would fit right into her world, into her family, with ease.

What followed was a beautiful realization that they were made for each other. Worship, in all its forms, became their shared passion. Whether they were together at church, in the car, or even in Brandon's piano room, it was their favorite place to be — side by side, immersed in His presence. The connection was undeniable, but it was more than just a physical or emotional bond. It was a spiritual unity that only deepened as they grew closer.

Brandon knew early on that Taylor was someone extraordinary. He wanted to honor her and her family, so he did what any respectful man would do: he asked her parents for permission to date her. It was a moment that would forever be etched in their hearts. However, nerves got the best of Brandon in that moment, and instead of asking for Taylor’s hand in a simple manner, he tripped over his words and instead asked Mark, "Can I date your wife?" To this day, it’s one of their favorite moments — a funny little hiccup that only made their bond stronger.

Christmas time of that year became another milestone in their relationship. The debate of who would say "I love you" first was one they laughed about often, but Taylor, being the spontaneous one, broke the silence, accidentally slipping the words "I love you" first.. While Brandon laughed so hard because he knew it would have been him if she didn't. He only tortured her a week before telling her he was in love with her under the Texas starry night sky.

But the true depth of their love came when, a few months later, life tested them in a way they hadn’t anticipated. Taylor found herself without a job, unsure of what the next step in her life would be. It was in that moment of uncertainty that the Abrego family surrounded her with unwavering love and support. Taylor realized then that God had gifted her the most amazing family, and she couldn’t have asked for a better group of people to walk alongside her.

Despite all the uncertainties, Taylor knew deep down that her journey was far from over. After calling Hillsboro home for a few months, she felt the call to return to her own family and step into an internship at her home church. As difficult as it was to leave Texas and be apart from Brandon, his love and support were unwavering. He encouraged her to follow this new chapter in her life, and in that moment, Taylor realized that her heart would always belong to him, no matter the distance between them.

Seven months of long-distance dating followed — a time filled with endless phone calls, FaceTimes, thousands of text messages, and even more laughter and tear. Every moment apart only made them stronger between the time spent apart every couple months. But they knew the day would come when they would be reunited with a clear end date to long distance would be made known, and that day came on February 20th. It was at the Magnolia Silos, a place that held a special significance in their hearts, that Brandon stood before Taylor, giving a speech neither of them could recall it due to excited nerves. But what Taylor would never forget was the moment he got down on one knee, asking her to spend forever with him.

They may not know what the future holds, but they know who holds their future. Their journey, filled with faith, love, and trust in God, was just beginning. As they prepare to start their married life in Texas, they are fully entrusting their future to Him. No matter where life takes them, they know that as long as they have each other and a keyboard, they will always be just fine — pursuing His presence, side by side, forevermore.

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