Our story begins in the summer of 2021. Garrett was majoring in Physical Education at Winthrop University and had found himself as the ambassador for the major. Somehow he was convinced by his professor that it would be a good idea to have a current student present for a tour that would be taking place for a potential student. Reluctantly, Garrett agreed. It was on this day that Garrett met Lynde. Over the course of about two hours, Garrett and Dr. Keath gave the Beaver family a tour of the Winthrop campus and specifically the buildings that she would be frequenting. It was at this moment that Garrett gained an interest in Lynde. However, like all good things, the tour came to an end and the Beaver family set back out to Abbeville. During the Summer, Garrett thought about Lynde and decided he would be kind and be a good ambassador by emailing her to “follow-up”. They emailed maybe twice and upon confirming that she would be attending Winthrop, Garrett saved his great efforts for when she arrived on campus. As the 2021 school year began, Garrett was off to his duties of trying to bring together the physical education majors. He planned a fun outing for everyone to hang out, games, and get to know each other. It was here that Garrett messaged Lynde for the first time. Being the smart fellow he is, Garrett knew that if he wanted anything to come of this relationship he needed to actually get her number and hang out with her. It was then that Garrett began scheduling one or two more group hangouts so that they could get to know each other. On the surface level, Garrett was convinced that out of all the majors that were attending Winthrop, Lynde was the only person he felt he could trust to hand off all of his responsibilities to. They began spending more time together and Garrett showed Lynde what it took to be as involved as he was. Slowly Garrett and Lynde became inseparable. They began getting groceries, shopping, and eating together. It became clear to all that Lynde and Garrett would become more than just friends. Clear perhaps to everyone but Garrett. Garrett enjoyed the company but was unsure that he was ready to settle down and commit. This became a confusing time for all involved as Garrett in his confusion began giving Lynde mixed signals. After a prolonged time of putting up with each other, Lynde expressed her rather obvious feelings towards Garrett. Garrett, again not ready to settle down, denied his feelings for her. Although it was concerning to everyone around him because they all knew that his actions spoke differently. They spent some time growing apart and then right back to being connected at the hip. After a few months, Garrett realized that he could no longer deny his feelings for Lynde. On February 12th 2022, Garrett asked Lynde to officially be his girlfriend at Forty Acre Rock. They spent about a year dating. As all couples do, they went through their ups and downs. It became clear to Garrett that something wasn’t right. There was an important element missing in their relationship. Garrett decided that it was best for both of them to separate. In his mind it was a final decision, however, God always has the final word. During their time apart it was clear that God was not at the center of their relationship. They began to communicate again and realized that they had both grown. Both Lynde and Garrett had made significant changes to their lives. So they decided to get back together and start dating. It didn't take too long for them to grow inseparable again. Garrett enjoyed Lynde’s company and Lynde loved having Garrett around. They both felt totally independent and codependent at the same time. Around a year passes and New Years Eve 2023, Garrett knew that it was time to take the next step. He spoke with her friends and got some help in buying a ring. In March of 2024, Garrett received her parents' blessing in asking for her hand in marriage. So, he got to work preparing a nice surprise engagement. He hired a photographer and even planned a fake vacation trip to get her hopes up. On April 6th, Lynde agreed to become Garrett’s wife at the same place they became boyfriend and girlfriend, Forty Acre Rock. They have since begun the great process of planning for their wedding and life after.