Every now and then, I get to work with a couple whose love story feels like a perfectly written rom-com! Unexpected meetings, years of growth, overseas moves, surprise parties, and a proposal that could be a movie scene. Bailey and Brock are exactly that kind of couple!
How They Met
Their story begins in the summer of 2021 in St. Louis, where Bailey had just moved into her apartment. She hosted a trivia night for friends from work, and in walks Brock, fully stocked with a Yeti cooler for “just a couple drinks”. Bailey wasn’t sure what to make of him at first, but he invited her and her friends out the next night to Soûlard. They went and her friends immediately told her, “This guy is into you!” Bailey insisted they were just friends. As it turns out… her friends were absolutely right!
Their first real connection happened at Molly’s in Soûlard, and things started to evolve from there. Mizzou Homecoming was happening and Bailey texted Brock to hang out after her roommate ended up not feeling well. What started as a low-key meet-up turned into a “we’re kind of a couple” moment, with his friends already rooting for them, saying they looked so cute together! Their first real date came the following Monday. They went to Hi-Pointe and watched Suits back at Bailey’s place. Oh, and just one minor detail, Bailey told Brock that night that she was soon moving to Germany for six months. Quite the opening chapter!
What followed was years of growth, time apart, unforgettable reunions, and a relationship that only got stronger through it all! Bailey knew Brock was her person not with fireworks, but with a sense of peace! When she was offered another job in Germany after returning home, she wasn’t even tempted, because her future was here, with Brock! As she put it so perfectly: “I wanted to spend the rest of my life traveling with him.”
How He Asked
The proposal? Absolute perfection and a total surprise! Bailey had convinced herself it wasn’t happening anytime soon. Let’s just say Brock played it cool, very cool. Little did she know, he had already talked to her parents, picked out a ring with her mom, and planned every detail with the help of friends and family. The proposal happened on his family’s farm, after a full morning that included a cross-country meet, lunch with both families, and a whole lot of very well-played misdirection. Brock’s hand was shaking. Bailey’s heart was pounding. She walked around the truck, and he got down on one knee and said her whole name. Her words? “You got me.” From that moment on, it was a full day of celebration — including a surprise party with their favorite people.
When I asked what they’re most looking forward to on their wedding day, their answers reflected exactly who they are. Brock can’t wait to marry the love of his life and celebrate with everyone they love. Bailey is excited for the little moments: the glances, the hand squeezes, the joy of being fully present as they start their forever!
Photographing their engagement session in St. Louis was such a joy! These two have such a natural chemistry full of laughter, gentle teasing, and that kind of love that’s been built over time, tested by distance, and rooted in deep friendship! It’s clear that they’re not just planning a wedding, they’re building a life!
Bailey and Brock, your story is one of resilience, fun, trust, and God’s timing. I’m so honored to capture this part of your journey, and I cannot wait to celebrate with you on your big day!
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