We met when we were just 10 years old in 2010—but didn’t actually know each other fully. We went to the same school, shared the same halls, and even had mutual friends over the years, but our paths didn’t truly cross in a meaningful way until much later. Fast forward to college in 2021, when fate finally decided to bring us together. We reconnected with familiar faces but saw each other with brand new eyes. By then, one of us (guess who!) was in the Marines Corps, which brought its own challenges—but also taught us how to communicate, grow, and support each other deeply, despite being thousands of miles apart and seeing each other only a few times a year. What started as a quiet friendship grew into something steady, strong, and full of laughter. Over time, we built a love rooted in faith, mutual respect, and a deep sense of “home.” Now, years later, we’re so excited to be starting this new chapter—and we can’t wait to celebrate with all of our family and friends!