They met years ago at church. Chelsea and Jake were introduced as two people who would be "best friends" - and that was true. They became best friends, did so many things together, from Sky Diving to watching movies. But they weren't together. In fact, they were "just friends" (in a very real sense) for years. Jake told me that it was several years in, after some complications in his life he started seeing Chelsea as more than a friend. He noticed how kind she was, how thoughtful, and how she treated his boys. But, because she was his best friend, he decided to not pursue it. This was true for over a year. Then one day, Chelsea realized that she loved Jake. It wasn't that he was just a friend, he was more than that to her.

Carson and Ali's Rainy December Engagement

Technically, they met in middle school - although neither of them really remembers it. If we want to start talking about when their friendship actually started to grow, it would be around their sophomore year of high school. They would have history and math together and would often sit near each other. They would talk and have fun. Ali remembers this time because Carson caught her eye - she thought he was cute.

Sean and Amanda's Engagement

They met on Tinder - as so many people do these days. Sean had messaged Amanda several times, but she had ignored each one until one day she figured "meh, why not?" and so she replied to him. Sean wasn't like the other guys on there; he wanted to talk about real things, he showed actual depth, and their conversation bloomed.

Kevin and Abby's North Idaho Engagement

The first time they met was because Abby needed help with her car. You may think that she needed help because she is completely oblivious when it comes to cars, but she isn't - she was in mechanic school. That said, her boyfriend had a friend named Kevin who was pretty darn awesome with cars, so she face timed him. He helped her. That was it.

Daniel and Stacey's Downtown Spokane Engagement

Daniel was not, going to un-match her. And they would in fact go on another date, and another. Eventually they would decide that each of them was who they always wanted to be with. Now they are getting married! And I get to be the one to capture their wedding that I know will be so beautiful. I had so much fun with these two at their engagement, between the small jokes Daniel would make, to talking about real things, it was an absolute blast. Such a kind and thoughtful couple, and I'm excited to get to know them more.

Tyler and Kelsie's Farm Engagement

Like so many couples these days, these two met because they both "swiped right" - that is, they met on Tinder. In this case, Tyler sent Kelsie what is called a "super like" - which basically guarantee's that she'll see it.

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Brent Looyenga is a Spokane wedding photographer based IN SPOKANE WASHINGTON and Coeur d’Alene Idaho area. He loves people and specializes in wedding, engagement, family and senior photography. You can like Looyenga Photography on Facebook or follow them on Instagram.