PATTERSON PARK | LAUREN & JOSH | BALITMORE WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER

THE PERFECT CRIME

It was the first day of class at Stevenson University. Josh Disney and Lauren Hein made their way to desks in their course for Criminal Justice. Both Freshman, the pair ended up sitting next to one another. This trend continued, and the pair soon went from classmates to friends. They both recall butterflies during this season of their “pre-lationship.”

As Lauren and Josh got to know one another better, neither was sure that the other had feelings. While they both felt they were sending signals, they weren’t getting clear enough responses to move forward. The two remained best friends for what seemed like the longest time. Both lived in fear that saying something would only create awkwardness or threaten their dynamic.

After what Lauren refers to as “many moons,” Josh came clean about his feelings for her. She chose this moment to clearly reciprocate them. This happy moment ended in Josh’s request to kiss Lauren, a precious memory they both hold dear. BOOM! College sweethearts were formed.

BACK TO THE START

Two years had passed. Josh took Lauren to Stevenson one day, which was a normal thing as Josh’s Dad works there. They often take care of the family dog and use the time to walk around campus. It seemed like a normal day, and Lauren thought nothing of it. In retrospect, she’s grateful to Josh’s sister who insisted she change before they left when she spilled spaghetti-o’s down the front of it.

Josh told Lauren his father was running behind, so they set out for a walk with Tuck, the family dog. Josh nervously began shuffling Lauren around while she remained distracted by an excited pup. She asked him what was wrong, and he played off the question by pulling her out of view from the friends and family standing by. Before Lauren could become confused, Josh embraced her with a huge hug, allowing him to turn her away from the group.

Lauren and Josh’s loved ones rushed out the door into position. Josh’s father, Marty, yelled “HEY!” to get Lauren’s attention. Recognizing his voice, she turned. Seeing all of the special people in their life in front of her, Lauren went into shock. Confused, she turned back to Josh who was now bent down on one knee. With an incredibly sweet speech, he asked her to marry him and become “the newest Disney Princess.” Lauren replied with multiple variations of yes as the tears began.

AND ANOTHER THING

The proposal was not the only surprise Josh had up his sleeve. He planned a surprise engagement party at Camden Yards to celebrate. Everyone knew ahead of time so they were all able to celebrate that day, together! Lauren was shocked yet again when she arrived to all the guests screaming, “surprise.” The entire weekend was a dream. The Orioles won that day, and Josh arranged for all of their friends to stay downtown. Lauren was able to show off her new accessory while hanging out with their favorite people. They all visited the Aquarium, swam, played games, and soaked in all of the happiness the moment had to offer.

FIVE FUN FACTS

Josh didn’t just plan a perfect proposal, he perfected all of the little details. To go along with the ring and Camden Yards engagement party–a personalized baseball that you’ll see below!
Lauren and Josh both love fireworks, which helped them settle on their July weekend wedding date.
The pair love to visit local animal shelters to help in any way possible, even if it’s taking adoptable pups on a long walk.
Josh and Lauren love to raid the $5 movie bin at Walmart. They adore Netflix and “$5 movie” night.
If they could invite a celebrity guest to their wedding, it would be Cal Ripken Jr. That’s Josh’s favorite baseball player, ever, and Lauren says “it’s a win because of how incredibly happy she’d get to see Josh.” How sweet is that?!