A Love Story Written in the Stars Our first encounter could only be described as fate. It was a sunny afternoon, and I found myself sitting in a cozy courtyard with a girlfriend, enjoying food truck tacos. Life was good, but I had no idea that in that very moment, my world was about to change. I noticed him from a distance—Patrick. He was casually strolling about, wearing a red plaid shirt, beige shorts, a matching red hat, and sunglasses. He seemed to be effortlessly moving through the crowd, striking up conversation with everyone in his path, his energy impossible to ignore. I remember watching him and thinking, “That’s the most gorgeous man I’ve ever seen.” And then, just as quickly as he appeared, he was gone. I hadn’t caught his attention, and I didn’t make a move to approach him. He had slipped into the crowd, leaving only the memory of his smile behind. But the story didn’t end there. Hours later, at a completely different location, I felt a tap on my shoulder—and to my surprise, there he was. It was Patrick. In that instant, something clicked. I knew there was something special about him, and I felt an undeniable connection that I couldn’t ignore. We spent the next few weeks getting to know one another, and as the days passed, it became clear that we were meant to be. That was three years ago, and since that moment, we haven’t been apart. Looking back, it’s incredible to think that what started with a chance encounter—him walking by, me noticing him, and a tap on the shoulder—has led us to this moment. Today, surrounded by the people we love, we’re ready to take the next step in this amazing adventure together.