Ekins Express

Happy February...
"love is in the air"


1. Where did you meet your husband?
At Utah State University while both campaigning for different student body office positions - Matt for Student Advocate VP and me for Family Life Senator

2. What was the first thing said?
I said "Hell0 Matt, how are you?" and he just kind of looked at me like "Who are you? I've got better things to do right now like win office."

3. What was your first date?
The day we got home from our first leadership retreat together, he helped me vacuum out my truck and then we went for a long drive together. We went to Wendy's and both got the Mandarin Chicken Salad (yum) and drove up to "park" on a mountainside and just talk. I've never been more comfortable with a guy in my life! It was awesome.

4. How long were you engaged?
A tad bit less than two months

5. First kiss?
After our first "official" date in Matt's apartment before he walked me home. I loved his confidence and "no fear" attitude. Nothing stopped that boy from planting a big one on me! We'll save you from the rest of the details. :)

6. Where did you get engaged?
On top of the mountain east of the Bountiful Temple. We went for an evening "hike" and my sister Ashley and sis-in-law Hillary had set up a blanket with flowers and fruit and tea candles all over upon our arrival. Our song was playing and that's when I knew what was going on.

7. Where did you get married?
The Bountiful Temple

8. Where did you go on your honeymoon?
Jackson Hole, Wyoming

9. Do you have a song?
Grow Old Along with Me by Peter B., Good Morning Beautiful, and One More Day