We met in college, where we sat side by side as seatmates. Back then, we were just friends—sharing notes, laughs, and lived moments of student life. We never imagined that those simple days would be the foundation of something much deeper.

After graduation, life took us down different paths. We grew, changed, and discovered who we were meant to be. We faced challenges and learned lessons that shaped us into the people we are today.

Years later, fate intervened—we crossed paths again, and something was different. The familiarity was still there, but now, it was deeper, with new understanding, and unspoken emotions. Conversations flowed effortlessly, and the connection we thought was just friendship turned into love.

We spent the next years growing together, not just as a couple, but as individuals. We navigated the highs and lows, learning to communicate openly, support each other’s goals, and face challenges hand in hand. Those years taught us patience, resilience, and the beauty of unconditional love. We discovered the joy of celebrating small victories, the strength in weathering storms together, and the comfort of knowing someone truly understands you. Our bond deepened with every shared experience, from spontaneous trips to quiet evenings at home.

Then, during one winter in New York City, as we strolled hand in hand by the lake in Central Park, he got down on one knee. In that moment, time stood still, our hearts speaking a language only we understood, wrapped in the city’s magic and our shared dreams.

Looking back, we realize that time apart was exactly what we needed. It was during those years of distance that we grew, and learned about life, love, and resilience. That growth prepared us for the moment we found each other again—ready to love deeply, to commit wholeheartedly, and to build a life rooted in understanding and trust.

Now, as we prepare to say our vows, we’re filled with gratitude for every twist and turn that lead us back to each other. We can’t wait to take the next chapter of our lives, surrounded by the people who mean the most to us, with hearts full of wisdom and love gained from the paths we’ve walked.