We met in 7th grade and sat next to each other in most classes (seating was in abc order —> Castañeda and Chacon). Although there was minimal interaction- a small crush formed from both sides. We later reconnected in high school and became high school sweethearts. Young and in love, it was short lived but we always stayed in each others lives one way or another. In 2019, the stars aligned because it is written and our love story continued.
We traveled to Santa Maria for a soccer tournament. While staying at the Santa Maria Inn after a day of travel and good food- we were winding down from the day when he got down on one knee and I tearfully said “YES” and we embarked on this new chapter.