in the beautiful, sunny, and hot southern land of Juno Beach, Florida, two paths crossed at TBC Corporation.

Mark and Tala met while working in the same department in accounting back in 2020. What began as a simple coworker friendship blossomed into something much more enchanting. Mark, captivated by Tala, was determined to keep the conversation going, and his persistence paid off. They found themselves laughing and talking effortlessly, and before they knew it, they were falling in love.

Since then, their home life has been filled with delightful meals, cozy decor with sweet-smelling candles, endless laughter, date nights, cuddles, coffee dates, and shared hobbies. They cherish movie nights, quiet evenings, family gatherings, days and nights out on the town, traveling together, and indulging in fine dining (their favorite!).

Mark and Tala lived in Jensen Beach for two years. Though Jensen felt like home, they were ready for a new adventure! They packed up and moved to the panhandle, and have resided in Gulf Breeze, Florida, since 2022.

On August 27, 2023, a significant chapter in their fairy tale began during a 7-night Alaskan cruise! It was the third day of the voyage, and Mark was searching for the perfect moment to propose. The ship was bustling, and finding a quiet moment was a challenge. Knowing Mark and Tala are more low-key types who wanted this moment to be personal and special, he finally found the perfect setting in Sitka, Alaska (yes, just like in the movie The Proposal with Sandra Bullock!).

Mark proposed outside in the crisp mountain air on the ship. Tala thought they were just stepping out to enjoy the view with some drinks. It was very windy that magical evening, and as soon as Mark started to propose, the wind knocked over their drink, spilling it everywhere! It was a whimsical moment, and they both laughed and cried. When Tala realized what was happening, she was filled with tears of joy as Mark went down on one knee with the most gorgeous ring ever. He expressed how Tala was his best friend, how special she was, and how he couldn't imagine life without her. He kept saying, "I can't wait any longer, I CAN'T WAIT ANY LONGER!" He then asked, "Would you marry me?" And, of course, the answer was a huge YES!

A charming part of the story is that Mark carried the ring everywhere on the cruise for the first three days, even during some thrilling excursions. One memorable adventure was kayaking in the ocean of Alaska with the ring safely tucked in Mark's pocket! This was no simple kayak trip—they got soaked, struggled with rowing, and almost sank into the rocks. They even fell far behind the kayak group (because they were so slow and obviously first-timers, LOL). Tala almost panicked, thinking they would be lost in Alaska forever. It was a no-joke, two-hour kayak excursion. Despite the challenges, they had an amazing time, and that trip represents so much love and happiness, a big reason we are here today.

On our website, we included a special section called "The Proposal," where you can watch our short video on YouTube of our Alaskan adventure and see some of our pictures!

Mark and Tala are both so excited for the rest of their life together, and can't wait to celebrate with family and loved ones!

Join us as we celebrate the love story of Mark and Tala, and witness the beginning of their happily ever after. <3

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