It all started on a seemingly ordinary day, when two 15-year-olds crossed paths for the first time. It was Lani's first day of her sophomore year at a new school, and both Austin and Lani had no idea their lives were about to change forever. Lani had just transferred to a new high school and, like any new student, was trying to find her place. That day, she found herself in gym class, where the gym teacher, in a completely embarrassing move, grabbed her arm in front of the entire class and introduced her to everyone. Little did she know, that awkward moment would be the spark that ignited something far beyond the halls of high school. As gym class came to an end and everyone was getting ready to leave, Lani stood by the door, feeling a mix of relief and nervousness. Suddenly, she felt a tap on her shoulder. Turning around, she came face-to-face with Austin, a shy yet confident smile on his face. He didn’t say anything cliché or try to make small talk about the weather—he simply asked, "How's the weather?" A question that, in that moment, felt both random and oddly perfect. It was the icebreaker that led to a conversation, and that conversation led to Austin walking Lani to her next class. It wasn’t a grand gesture or a movie-worthy moment. But that simple act of kindness would lay the foundation for something that neither of them could have predicted. As the years passed, Austin and Lani grew inseparable. They navigated high school together—through awkward phases, late-night talks, and the many milestones of growing up. They learned about each other’s dreams, fears, and quirks. Lani’s love for reading and Austin’s easygoing nature balanced perfectly with her more serious side. They shared their first car ride, their first movie date, their first date with each other, and their first job together. When it was time for Lani to leave for college, the couple was already deeply in love. It was August 9th, 2018, and they were standing together after watching a movie, not knowing what the future would hold. It was a moment of pure spontaneity when Austin, caught up in the overwhelming emotions of love and joy, had a spur-of-the-moment proposal. It wasn’t planned, and yet, it was everything they both needed. Surrounded by nothing but their shared excitement and hope for the future, Lani said yes. Weeks later, Austin gave Lani a purple rose quartz ring, a symbol of their bond and the promise that they would one day be married. A stone that stood for unconditional love and the belief that no matter what, they would always be there for each other. But the love story didn’t end there. It only grew stronger. On March 10th, 2024, after years of building a life together, Austin wanted to give Lani something she would never forget. In the comfort of their home, surrounded by the warmth of candles and rose petals scattered across the floor, saying "Will you Marry Me?", Austin dropped to one knee once again. This time, with a perfectly planned proposal, he asked, “Will you marry me?” Lani, with tears in her eyes and a heart full of love, said yes once more. Now, they share their life with two dogs—Prince, the crazy and psycho one who kinda hates Austin and Lani, and Fred, the sweetheart who brings the energy and playful spirit. They’ve lived together for four years, built a life full of memories, laughter, and love. Together for nine years, Austin and Lani's love story is a reminder that sometimes the most unassuming moments—the random tap on the shoulder, the spur-of-the-moment question—can change everything. And that, sometimes, it’s the simplest moments that lead to a lifetime of love. Who would have known that one seemingly ordinary day in gym class would lead to a love that would last a lifetime? They did. And they’re just getting started.