It’s funny how life works sometimes. Jake and I grew up in the same town, went to the same school district, but we never actually crossed paths. Fast forward to five years ago, and out of the blue, Jake sent me a message on my birthday. Little did I know, that message would be the start of something incredible. His mom had mentioned me to him because we both worked at a school together, and the rest, as they say, is history. From the moment we started talking, it just felt right. Jake and I got along so effortlessly, and it didn’t take long for us to realize that we had something special. He introduced me to so many new things—dirt bikes, four-wheelers, and a whole world of adventure I never knew I needed. We've made some incredible memories together over the years, from vacations with my family to unforgettable moments just the two of us. Whether it was exploring the Bahamas, cruising the Caribbean, soaking up the sun in Mexico, or even venturing up to Alaska with Jake’s family, each trip has been filled with laughter, love, and new experiences. In Mexico, Jake got down on one knee at the awe-inspiring Chichen Itza and asked me to be his forever. We’ve also started some new hobbies together—snowboarding quickly became one of our favorite ways to spend time together, laughing and learning along the way. And of course, there are our two adorable dogs, Stella and Petunia, who have added so much love and joy to our lives. From small-town neighbors to life partners, our journey has been full of love, laughter, and countless adventures. I can’t wait to continue this beautiful ride with Jake by my side.