We had shared multiple Criminal Justice classes in college but never spoke to one another. One semester, as attendance was being passed around, Stephen walked to a seat in front of Savannah. Not really knowing him, Savannah attempted to get ‘Stephen’s attention but unfortunately called out “Spencer” instead. Repeatedly. He eventually turned around and corrected with “it’s Stephen.” Once locking eyes, Savannah buried her face apologetically, while Stephen gave a second glance. That was the beginning. That very same day, while Savannah was at a bowling alley with her friends, Stephen just so happened to walk in with a group of his. With lanes side by side, this is how they continued their friendship, side by side. School hours turned into night life hours which eventually turned into date hours; Stephen finally asked Savannah to be his girlfriend on November 30th, 2019 at Carters Mountain.

Itching to get away, explore, and spend some quality time with one another; Savannah and Stephen planned a week trip to New Orleans, Louisiana for Mardi Gras. When the vacation was booked, bags were packed, and car was filled with gas, they began their 14 hour long road trip. All they talked about that whole way there was the amazing food, rich history, and fun they would have with one another. Not too long after arriving, Savannah and Stephen got dressed up to hit Bourbon St. and experience what Mardi Gras was all about. Stephen was dressed in a Purple Mardi Gras shirt, jeans, boots, and beads while Savannah was set on looking the part of Mardi Gras. She spent a few hours on her attire: a flashy purple cowboy hat accompanied with a purple tiara, gold blouse, and green pants. Savannah’s makeup was a whole other ordeal. She glued on sparkly false lashes with gold eyeshadow to match. She was excited to show Stephen what she spent so long working on. She announced, “Immmmm readddyyyy” as she walked through the corridor of their Airbnb. Searching for Stephen, she turned the corner, and there he was on one knee. Choking on his own words, tears began to form in both of their eyes. Stephen asked Savannah to marry him, and without a second thought, she dropped to her knees and held him saying “yes”. Without any further ado, they set off to Bourbon Street smiling from ear to ear newly engaged on March 1st, 2022.