The Story of Us (the short version)

So I figured it was time that I spent some time telling the world about the man I’m ridiculously in love with and about to marry in 87 days!! Mr. Tyler Browder came into my life somewhere around May of 2000. We met in the youth group at church and lived in the same town for 2 years and then I went to college in Abilene from 2002-2008. Within the first month of meeting each other we knew we could potentially get married…it only took us 8 years to admit it to each other! During this time we spent hundreds of hours talking on the phone…occasionally saw each other…and were asked on more than one occasion by friends and family “Are you sure you’re just friends?” lol. Some would say our first date took place somewhere in 2000, some might say it took place in 2002ish or some might say it wasn’t until 2008. But, we all at least agree our second date was in March 2008!! We got engaged on August 1st and we’re getting married December 27th!

Tyler and I have a lot of similarities: We love to learn – We love to watch each other change and grow – We love God – We love our friends and family – We love to laugh – We love spontaneity – We love helping others in need – We love going against the norm - We love each other!

We also have our differences: I’m addicted to chicken/He’s a vegetarian – I’m addicted to cupcakes/He pretty much hates dessert – I love nap time/He loves to constantly be doing something…and the list just goes on and on.

I know this doesn’t even begin to describe who we are as individuals and as a couple but I’m totally excited to see what’s in store for us in the days and years to come. Thank you to all our friends and loved ones who have been a part of our journey so far…we wouldn’t be who we are without you!!