We first met in 2005 in Ms. Barfield’s kindergarten class at Blountstown Elementary—tiny classmates who were mostly acquaintances. We kept crossing paths through elementary school, then drifted apart when Hardy switched middle schools. Over 15 years later we reconnected online; Hardy sent the first message, we met for our first date in 2022, and haven’t looked back since. Since then we’ve built a life centered on the things we love: horses, cows, rodeos, hunting, and fishing. Our shared interests, easy companionship, and endless laughter made it clear early on that we were meant to be. We’re thrilled to celebrate our wedding on October 24, 2026, in Marianna, FL with the family and friends who’ve supported us along the way.