So the story begins...

And so the story begins...He first saw her on college registration day...He can remember what she was wearing.  She, on the other hand, did not see much of anything that day.  Too many butterflies in her stomach.  That was over a year ago.  The story continues as a friendship was made.  He was very patient... asking the Lord for his timing. When school ended in May she returned home.  In June he sent a text...she had just come out of a difficult situation.  He wanted to check on her.  He was once again patient and she was cautious...and thankful for a friend who cared.  The texting continued.  He asked if he could call.  She asked her parents what they thought about this.  A phone call every now and then from a friend would be fine...the first time he called...well, she almost did not answer....The friendship continued.  In November there were a couple of private conversations between between two men.  Seems Eugene asked Sara Rose's dad if he could court his daughter.  With the approval of both sets of parents...permission was granted...and plans were made.  On Christmas Eve Eugene surprised Sara Rose with a visit.  She never suspected a visit because he lives four hours away.  You see, everyone knew of this visit; except her! It was planned out perfectly.  Eugene presented her with a story written in a journal (with VERY cool illustrations...we had no idea of his hidden talent).  The story is about their friendship, and about the beginning of a courtship... their courtship. 
And so the story continues...