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This Couple Who First Met In Preschool 20 Years Ago Just Got Married, And The Internet Just Can’t Handle It
This Couple Who First Met In Preschool 20 Years Ago Just Got Married, And The Internet Just Can’t Handle It
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This Couple Who First Met In Preschool 20 Years Ago Just Got Married, And The Internet Just Can’t Handle It

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Preschool crushes are seriously the cutest, but, unfortunately, they usually end after preschool. But not in this romantic story.

Laura Scheel and Matt Grodsky fell in love at first sight when they were little kiddos in preschool. One of Matt’s earliest childhood memories dates way back to preschool with Laura. “One of my very first memories is of being three years old and standing up in front of my pre-school class, declaring that I would marry her someday,” Matt wrote. But after preschool, the lovebirds lost touch up until freshman year in high school when they reconnected through a mutual friend. Laura and Matt hit it off, and within two weeks they were high school sweethearts. Now, as years have passed in their long-term relationship, Matt finally decided to “stay true to [his] preschool pledge,” and the pair got married in December 2016. It’s like a real-life fairytale love story!

Scroll down to check the cute couple and their true love story and be prepared for a serious cuteness overload!

More info: Instagram (h/t: huffingtonpost)

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    Laura Scheel and Matt Grodsky met when they were kiddos in preschool, and back then Matt already knew he would marry her

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    “One of my very first memories is of being 3 years old and standing up in front of my pre-school class, declaring that I would marry her someday,” Matt said

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    Image credits: Laura Scheel Grodsky

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    “We did almost everything together [in preschool],” Laura said

    Image credits: Laura Scheel Grodsky

    “I remember trying to impress her during a Cinco De Mayo celebration at the preschool where we were trying to break open a piñata,” Matt said

    Image credits: Matt Grodsky

    “Fortunately, I was the kid who managed to do it and I assume it got her attention”

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    Image credits: Laura Scheel Grodsky

    And it looks like he still has her attention now

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    In May 2015, Matt decided to pop the question at the place it all began…their preschool classroom

    Image credits: Matt Grodsky

    “The whole car ride to the preschool she kept asking me why I seemed anxious,” Matt said

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    Image credits: Laura Scheel Grodsky

    “I kept checking my pocket when she wasn’t looking to make sure the ring was still there”

    Image credits: Laura Scheel Grodsky

    “I dropped down on one knee while my brother came in with the phone, snapping photos,” Matt said

    Image credits: Laura Scheel Grodsky

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    “Laura was shocked”

    Image credits: Molly McElenney photography

    “I gave her my pitch on why I wanted her to marry me and she said yes ― whew!”

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    And in December 2016, the pair finally got married

    Image credits: Molly McElenney photography

    It’s like a real-life fairytale romance!

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    And people can’t get over how romantic this is

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    John L
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is such a wonderful fairy tale story. Every couple should be so lucky to meet the perfect mate, like these two. 👍

    Kjorn
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i remember for me. my girlfriend and i were great fan of that 70's show and in one episode Eric propose Donna. but since he was a chicken he give her a chocolat bar first since he didn't want to give her the ring. i propose her the same way.

    Long Joan Silver
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    HAHAHA! I love "That 70's Show!" I still watch it to this day! That was so adorable! I also love how they tried to hide their engagement from both their parents.

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    Maike Weidner
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    there are such beautiful testaments to love! I think these couple is one! they look insanely happy and i wish them all the happiness and friendship and luck that live can give because the world needs love...

    Marios Louvaris
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The proposal picture looks like the sims 3, even the reaction. I think this is one of those stories where they stay together forever i wish we all find this someday. Jusy keep your eyes open and dont focus on sparkly places , you may find it in the most weirdest places! Good luck!

    John Moreno
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Very romantic. I'd leave a longer comment...but I .... have something in my eye.

    Adam Havlík
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is so sweet! But I for one am glad I didn't end up with my pre-school crush! XD

    Sreejith
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I just married last month whom I first met in lower primary class time.... She had cried for my shoe with lights, I still remember that.. :-D

    Vivien Someya
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hope they'll stay together for ever.

    Peter Pettigrew
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Look at the pool picture, he's looking at her with the most beautiful heart eyes! It's so cute!

    Sofia Bellavista
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And to think that "interracial" marriage was frowned upon and outright forbidden up to very few decades ago...same will go for "gay"marriage

    Sofia Bellavista
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Love doesn't have sex, color, nationality, religion or class... if it does it's not Love

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    vanessa EES
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    today was a sad day and this appeared ...

    Rebekah
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a fabulous story, and a gorgeous couple.

    darknessIsMyOutfit
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Articles like this are always extremely difficult to read as soon as you leave the most wonderful man you've ever been with I'm happy for them but I'm a little heartbroken now too

    Lidee Moril
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fact: people who 'can't handle' this are just plain stupid and need to quit the internet right now

    Ssss
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The pool picture is adorable. The way he's looking at her! It's wonderful that they've always been each other sweethearts.

    Kathy Weber
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How can anyone NOT love this story? This is truly the sweetest story ever! What sold me are all the photos. (wasn't sure the story was real). I absolutely love and it warms my heart to the core to see people so happy in love. Thanks for sharing this. :) <3

    endelbendel
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The erotic energy and desire of the female fuels it.

    John Bullock
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Love it! My wife & I met @ 8 when she turned around in church & stuck her tongue out at me. We're about to celebrate 30 yrs of marriage.

    Freeman Design
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is simply beautiful :) Faith in humanity restored!!

    Nicklas Linder
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm crying here! This is beautiful!!! <3 <3 <3

    Raniya Rashyd
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hope nothing comes in between them, they're so cute!

    andy rubin
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Unbelievable and lovely story

    Jim
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love this story, I still wish I could have at least stayed in touch with my preschool crush, though that was 38 years ago. Either way I hope you Besty has always been happy and healthy.

    Long Joan Silver
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is the most beautiful story that I have ever read. Congratulations to the happy couple!

    Maria Groff
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Omg!!!! So amazing and adorable!!!!

    Lu
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Love before color, ethnicity and all that jazz...pretty darn special.

    Amy Green
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My daughter got a boyfriend in 1st grade and they've been together for 3 years.... hmmmm

    Oscar
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a beautiful story!

    Jozua
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    One of the most beautiful stories of the world.

    --
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ahhh this is too cute for me im screaming Anyways, many congrats to them!

    Jonathan Eatsalot
    Community Member
    8 years ago

    This comment is hidden. Click here to view.

    How much are the t-shirts? What? They're not selling something?

    Bob 2.0
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh yeah, are you actually expecting sponsorship on every article? Jeezus.

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    Capt. Spastic
    Community Member
    8 years ago

    This comment is hidden. Click here to view.

    Eh, first marriages are a Mulligan anyway. I mean seriously, do you even count them first one anymore? Let's check back on the "fairytale" in 10 years, when the "nightmare" divorce, property settlement and child custody hearing occurs. :-D

    John L
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is such a wonderful fairy tale story. Every couple should be so lucky to meet the perfect mate, like these two. 👍

    Kjorn
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i remember for me. my girlfriend and i were great fan of that 70's show and in one episode Eric propose Donna. but since he was a chicken he give her a chocolat bar first since he didn't want to give her the ring. i propose her the same way.

    Long Joan Silver
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    HAHAHA! I love "That 70's Show!" I still watch it to this day! That was so adorable! I also love how they tried to hide their engagement from both their parents.

    Load More Replies...
    Maike Weidner
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    there are such beautiful testaments to love! I think these couple is one! they look insanely happy and i wish them all the happiness and friendship and luck that live can give because the world needs love...

    Marios Louvaris
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The proposal picture looks like the sims 3, even the reaction. I think this is one of those stories where they stay together forever i wish we all find this someday. Jusy keep your eyes open and dont focus on sparkly places , you may find it in the most weirdest places! Good luck!

    John Moreno
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Very romantic. I'd leave a longer comment...but I .... have something in my eye.

    Adam Havlík
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is so sweet! But I for one am glad I didn't end up with my pre-school crush! XD

    Sreejith
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I just married last month whom I first met in lower primary class time.... She had cried for my shoe with lights, I still remember that.. :-D

    Vivien Someya
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hope they'll stay together for ever.

    Peter Pettigrew
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Look at the pool picture, he's looking at her with the most beautiful heart eyes! It's so cute!

    Sofia Bellavista
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And to think that "interracial" marriage was frowned upon and outright forbidden up to very few decades ago...same will go for "gay"marriage

    Sofia Bellavista
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Love doesn't have sex, color, nationality, religion or class... if it does it's not Love

    Load More Replies...
    vanessa EES
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    today was a sad day and this appeared ...

    Rebekah
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a fabulous story, and a gorgeous couple.

    darknessIsMyOutfit
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Articles like this are always extremely difficult to read as soon as you leave the most wonderful man you've ever been with I'm happy for them but I'm a little heartbroken now too

    Lidee Moril
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fact: people who 'can't handle' this are just plain stupid and need to quit the internet right now

    Ssss
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The pool picture is adorable. The way he's looking at her! It's wonderful that they've always been each other sweethearts.

    Kathy Weber
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How can anyone NOT love this story? This is truly the sweetest story ever! What sold me are all the photos. (wasn't sure the story was real). I absolutely love and it warms my heart to the core to see people so happy in love. Thanks for sharing this. :) <3

    endelbendel
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The erotic energy and desire of the female fuels it.

    John Bullock
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Love it! My wife & I met @ 8 when she turned around in church & stuck her tongue out at me. We're about to celebrate 30 yrs of marriage.

    Freeman Design
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is simply beautiful :) Faith in humanity restored!!

    Nicklas Linder
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm crying here! This is beautiful!!! <3 <3 <3

    Raniya Rashyd
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hope nothing comes in between them, they're so cute!

    andy rubin
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Unbelievable and lovely story

    Jim
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love this story, I still wish I could have at least stayed in touch with my preschool crush, though that was 38 years ago. Either way I hope you Besty has always been happy and healthy.

    Long Joan Silver
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is the most beautiful story that I have ever read. Congratulations to the happy couple!

    Maria Groff
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Omg!!!! So amazing and adorable!!!!

    Lu
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Love before color, ethnicity and all that jazz...pretty darn special.

    Amy Green
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My daughter got a boyfriend in 1st grade and they've been together for 3 years.... hmmmm

    Oscar
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a beautiful story!

    Jozua
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    One of the most beautiful stories of the world.

    --
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ahhh this is too cute for me im screaming Anyways, many congrats to them!

    Jonathan Eatsalot
    Community Member
    8 years ago

    This comment is hidden. Click here to view.

    How much are the t-shirts? What? They're not selling something?

    Bob 2.0
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh yeah, are you actually expecting sponsorship on every article? Jeezus.

    Load More Replies...
    Capt. Spastic
    Community Member
    8 years ago

    This comment is hidden. Click here to view.

    Eh, first marriages are a Mulligan anyway. I mean seriously, do you even count them first one anymore? Let's check back on the "fairytale" in 10 years, when the "nightmare" divorce, property settlement and child custody hearing occurs. :-D

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