A little bit of a getting to know you sesh.

Well I guess I am should get started with a little introductory of Andrew and I... fare warning, its long. ;)

Andrew and I both at Columbia High School, but probably never said a word to each other. I was the band geek, that lifted weights, and he was the football player, that I always cheered for in the stands not knowing my future husband was out on the field. Funny thought now that I think about it. Not until February of 2013 did we actually say our first words to each other. In his words I didn't want anything to do with him, always avoiding and not saying "Hi" when I went to talk to his friend as he stood next to him. Then one day our young single adults went Ice skating and I would skate around the loop and say hi to him, and make fun of him a little because he skated funny. Then in march we really started talking. As I came to the conclusion that this guy was pretty cute I started to make some moves on him, that he didn't realize one bit of course. Then finally one day I got home and got the courage to add him on facebook. Soon after he accepted the friend request and next thing I know we were in a conversation. Midnight came along and we finally swapped numbers as I told him that I would be willing to come hang out with him when he needed some company, him still not getting the hint. But we kept on talking tell 3 in the morning. Then the next day it started all over again as my phone buzzed and it was from him. Family home evening came around the next week, and it was a little awkward at first, but I just played it off and had a good time. That weekend Andrews good friend Adam and his girlfriend, now wife, were planning a trip to go camping, so I figured this was my chance, so I got him to invite me. Tell me about a nervous wreck I was, but it turned out to be a good time. Each "couple" rode in separate cars and it was a bit awkward at first but then we got talking and it was just fine. On the way home he held my hand, and my butterflies never left my stomach. As we got home he invited me over for dinner and to watch a movie with him and his sister and her fiancé. So I ran home and took a shower then went back to his house. That night he said I ran out after he kissed me, I was just in a little bit of a shock/freak out haha. A few days later we decided to make it official and it all went up from there. I very quickly fell in love with this handsome guy that just swept me off my feet and came out of no where.
Not just a month later were we engaged on May 1! What a surprise! I knew it was coming but I had no idea he was going to do it in the way he did. The day all started with me having a headache with a 14 hour long day at work. All I wanted to do was go home and go to bed. I kept getting text from Andrew telling me it was going to be a beautiful clear night and he wanted to look at stars tonight (which might I add in he never wanted to do so I was super confused). I kept telling him no though. Later that day my mom called and asked how my day was going. I told her I was planning on just going home after work, and she was very concerned about me going to Andrews. Saying that was super weird for me to not go over, since I was ALWAYS there! I still didn't want to do it though. Finally Andrew talked me into going over, I honestly don't remember how though. So as soon as I got off I made my way to the Allen's house to see Andrew. The minute I walk in the door Andrews dad ask me "Let me see this baby!" me very confused answered "Um...what are you talking about?" and quickly Andrews mom punches his dad and says "She doesn't have it yet!" then he answered "Oh I thought you got a tattoo" I then realized the reason I was there. ;) Andrew had no idea that I knew though. As it finally started getting dark Andrew and I made our way outside to look at the stars. I just happened to be a pretty chilly night though. I was freezing so Andrew went in and got me a blanket along with his moms Ipad so we could find the constellations. As we were looking up at the ipad and the stars Andrew put his hand up and pointed to a star, as I looked up at the one he was pointed at I saw a circle figure in between his two fingers and kindly asked him " What is that Andrew?" with a giggle in my voice of course. He came off like he didn't know what I was talking about, then eventually gave in cause I was freezing. Got down on one knee and asked me to be his wife. We kissed and went back inside. Got hugs from all his family, then sat on the couch and snuggled as I couldn't stop laughing I was so excited. =) I'm weird I know. We decided the date would be July 12 and I got on the wedding planning.
We decided to get married outside the temple, for personal reasons but I wouldn't have it any other way. Yes, I always dreamed about getting married in the temple first thing. But I must say it has been so fun and exciting for me to see Andrew come back to church and pray, read scriptures, be able to help give me a blessing, and start temple prep. I have been able to see his spirit grow as we have been able to go through this together, but also on his time. I have gone to the temple at least once a month since we started dating and just sit in the celestial room and just pray and ponder with my Heavenly Father about this amazing man he has brought into my life. He has become not only my husband, but my best friend and my rock to hold me up. And that has been more than once since we have gotten married, through the trials that we have had come upon us. The last six months have been some of the best I have had in a long time and even though they have been tough, especially for me, I wouldn't change it for anything. As I see Andrew becoming the priesthood holder I always dreamed of and knew he would be, I get teary eyed, because I know why Heavenly Father brought me to him and told me that it was "Ok" to not get married in the temple as I sat in the celestial room asking for his help on what to do. It was a hard decision for me, but after I got my answer I knew it was what I needed to do. Heavenly Father knew that we needed to be with each other at all times over these past six months to grow into the couple we needed to be. I can not wait as 6 months and 6 days from now we will be going and getting sealed in the temple for time and all eternity, and I think it will mean so much more to us as we go and do it. I know it will for me.
I am so very grateful for my Heavenly Father who has allowed me to be Andrews wife. I couldn't have asked for a more kind hearted, understanding, and loving man to be mine forever. I am so grateful for this gospel and the knowledge that we have and for the many spiritual experiences I have had with Andrew these past 9 months. I can't wait for this next year and for the years to come with my best friends. =)
Love-
Kenzie Allen