Duncan and Ashley’s love story started in October 2018 after meeting online. Following a week of virtual conversations, the two met in person for the first time. They spent hours talking and bonded over their shared interest in fitness, strong faith, and love of family. The pair quickly became taken with each other on their first date at Centennial Lakes where they later had their engagement pictures taken. The couple purchased their first home in March 2020 and welcomed their miniature golden doodle, Milo, to the family.
In December 2020, Duncan used his creativity to come up with a sentimental proposal during the pandemic. Duncan pretended that he fell during an outdoor run and needed Ashley’s help to get back. She drove to his location at Grace Lake in Chaska, which they had unsuccessfully tried to find months prior on a date. While that should have given away the plan, along with the presence of Duncan’s parent’s car, Ashley was too upset to notice. Even when he dropped down to his knee, Ashley thought he had fallen over until he reached into his pocket and pulled out a beautiful diamond ring from Costco. She burst into tears and completely cut off his big speech after he popped the question. Of course, she said yes!
The couple decided to have their engagement photos done at Centennial Lakes in Edina. We had a warm summer day and wandered around the park capturing the buttery summer sun. We laughed a LOT and it was so great to get to know them and their hearts before their wedding day. I simply can not wait to spend the day with them as they exchange vows at the beautiful St. James Hotel in Red Wing.
