Couple Take Photos Every Year Infront Of Tree They Planted 16 Years Ago

• Kelsey Riley Dixon and Wes Dixon, once high school sweethearts, have shared a touching tradition that has captured the hearts of many
• The journey began when Wes, at the tender age of 17, presented Kelsey with a tree as a gift on their first dating anniversary
• With hearts full of hope and love, the couple planted the tree, unaware that this simple act would be the foundation of something truly special
• They decided to commemorate the occasion by taking a photograph in front of it every single year, and this year, they had a special guest

In a heartwarming tale of love and commitment, high school sweethearts Kelsey Riley Dixon and Wes Dixon, from Pennsylvania, captured the admiration of many with their touching tradition.

Planting a tree to mark first anniversary

It all began when Wes, then just 17 years old, gifted Kelsey a tree on their first dating anniversary.

Little did they know that this humble gesture would begin a beautiful journey over 16 years.

"The annual tree photo… with a special guest this year," she captioned the video.

They decided to plant the tree in Kelsey's mother's backyard, establishing a symbol of their blossoming relationship in the very soil that witnessed their love grow.

From that day forward, they embarked on an enchanting tradition of capturing a photograph in front of the tree each year on their anniversary.

The idea was perhaps impromptu, but it would weave a thread of memories that would stand the test of time.

As the years passed, so did their relationship and the tree itself.

Couple announce they are pregnant with photo in front of tree

What once stood at a modest height, barely reaching their shoulders, has now grown into a majestic tower, casting its shade over the couple who stood by its side throughout their journey.

Like their love, the tree flourished and thrived, becoming a living testament to the strength of their bond.

Recently, Kelsey and Wes decided to share their remarkable tradition with the world; however, this year, they had a special guest to take the photo with - their unborn child.

They compiled all the photographs into a touching montage and posted it on TikTok to announce their pregnancy to their online family.

The response was overwhelming, with the video garnering millions of views.

Although their tradition remained intact for most of their journey, they encountered a hiccup in 2019 when they missed capturing a photo.

Life's ever-busy pace and the demands of their professional lives led them to overlook their annual ritual temporarily. But Kelsey, reflecting on the moment, finds beauty in this imperfection.

Netizens proud of the couple

In an interview with Newsweek, Kelsey shared her sentiments about the tree and the skipped photo.

"I kind of love it now that we missed it: it's a good demonstration of imperfection being part of life and relationships. I am so glad it's inspiring people," she expressed with a smile.

The couple's enduring love and their symbolic tree have evoked profound reactions online.

@gabrieladeojosazules's shared her experience, saying:

"One day, my hubby comes home with a lemon tree as a surprise, just to find out I had another surprise, I told him I was expecting! 10 years later, we still got love and lemons."

@iman_mtshali's wrote:

"So precious- the tree growing larger as your love grows stronger."

@hoppedonna's said:

"How beautiful and the this tradition can continue on through your child. Congratulations."

@saintmartiane's wrote:

"I hope they plant a tree for the baby and record each year on his/her birthday."

@mrsburks315's said:

"Ladies if he don’t love you like this, turn it around and send it BACK!no just kidding, this is beautiful!"

Couple that met in bar set to celebrate 10 years together

Elsewhere, a Rwandese couple debunked myths that relationships that start in bars do not last.

The woman going by @Toni_Mrtinez on Twitter shared their story after a Tweep sought out how couples met.

"Couples, don’t all speak at once, but how did you meet your other half? Indulge me. I’m a romantic,” the Twitter user wrote.

Toni shared a photo collage showing the day she met her husband and a current photo of them together.