Rival High School Sweethearts

 

The story begins in Rocklin, California where Mark & Elizabeth both grew up and where their paths first crossed during the awkward middle school years.

 

And while Mark doesn't believe it, he first caught Elizabeth's eye their freshmen year at Rocklin High with his wit, charm, and smarts in geometry class (less impressed with his Spanish though).

 

She was a dancer on Rocklin High's Drill Team - of which Mark was a rabid member of the Elizabeth Sheets high kick fan club - until he transferred to Whitney High where he embraced a leadership role and any opportunity to paint himself in maroon and gold. The rivalry between their schools is a touchy subject to this day (seriously, don't bring it up).

 

In the midst of high school, the relationship blossomed through Youth Group events at SS. Peter & Paul Church and attending countless high school dances with one another (it was at a Homecoming dance that they became official and shared their first kiss).

 

However, their love came of age when they both decided to attend San Francisco State University in 2008. During a time of personal growth, rigorous course loads and more than a few late nights, Mark and Elizabeth remained a constant source of strength, friendship and love for each other.

 

Between Giants games, ocean hikes, sort of sunny days at Golden Gate Park, Friday margaritas paired with crispy tacos, getting lost on city buses, concerts at Slims and the Greek, dance performances at ODC, and political campaigns: they have made San Francisco their home.

 

All of which led up to Elizabeth saying yes on a hill overlooking their very foggy city in November 2014.

 

They cannot wait to continue their life together and who can blame them!?