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Home • Love & Sex

Just Engaged: Sara and Clifton

Sara and her twin sister crashed Clifton’s family reunion for a little fun, but she wound up walking away with a new boyfriend. Now the happy couple is engaged!
By Charli Penn · Updated October 27, 2020
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My Sweet Love

Clifton is an everlasting blessing,” says Sara of the man she plans to exchange sweet vows with next month.

Just Engaged: Sara and Clifton
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I Choose You

“I think he chose to marry me because God made it clear to him that I’m the star athlete he’s been desiring,” says Sara.

Just Engaged: Sara and Clifton
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My Man

“I love that my future husband is God-fearing, humble, driven, loving and passionate,” says Sara.

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Friday Nights

“If you’re spying on us on a Friday night, you’ll probably catch us having dinner or at a local school’s football stadium,” admits Sara.

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Everlasting Love

“Clifton is an everlasting blessing,” insists his bride-to-be Sara.

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A Gift of Love

“Clifton’s gift of himself to me is the greatest gift ever,” sassy Sara. “I know it’s mildly cliché, but it’s the truth.”

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I Had a Hunch

“I knew that it was on his heart to propose and that he had been praying about it,” says Sara. “I had no idea when  the proposal would happen.”

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Total Exceptance

“Clifton accepts and loves me for who I am and how I am,” says Sara. “He understands me and appreciates me. He is spiritual and God-fearing.”

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Love Bonus

“Clifton is authentic and not afraid to keep a bit of youthfulness tucked away,” Sara explains. “He is all that I could ask for in a man, with a few bonus features.”

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An All Around Winner

“My parents love Clifton,” says Sara. “My mom has been a huge fan of him from the beginning. She tends to read people pretty well, so once I realized she picked up positive vibes, I was relieved. It took my Dad a little while to warm up to the fact that one of his babies was engaged to be married. Thanks to my stepmom, he’s warming up to the idea. (Smiles)”

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Drawn Together

“It’s said that you get the feeling when you meet ‘The One,'” says Clifton. “From the night I met Sara, I had a feeling that I just couldn’t shake. Every day it got stronger and stronger.”

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The Woman I Love

“I could name a ton of things about Sara that I love,” says Clifton. “A few traits that I appreciate the most are her positivity, her beautiful spirit, her strength, and the fact that she’s personable and full of personality.”

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It’s a New Day

“I’m looking forward to learning and growing with my future husband as his wife,” says Sara. “I’m excited about starting a family and establishing traditions unique to us.”

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Sara and Clifton Just Engaged

“Our wedding will be traditional with modern flares,” says Sara. “The ceremony will take place mid-day and be a conventional Christian wedding. For our reception, we hope to incorporate a balance of colors that remind us of fall (oranges and greys), along with details that speak to us as a couple!  We’re envisioning décor that is sophisticated and crisp. We’re looking forward to seeing all the elements come together, and sharing it with our families and close friends.”

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It’s Almost Here

Sara and Clifton are headed to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic for their honeymoon. Join us in congratulating the happy couple!

Just Engaged: Sara and Clifton