Bret and I met under rather serendipitous circumstances, creating a memorable story that we still cherish to this day. We grew up in the same town, went to the same schools, had the same friends, but we never interacted with each other directly. Little did we know that we would one day marry each other. We circled around each other for years and we finally decided to give each other a chance and this was the beginning of a remarkable relationship. On our first date, I sat on a stool inside a tattoo shop watching Bret get a sparrow tattoo on his forearm. As I sat there, engrossed in watching a tattoo take form, my attention was momentarily drawn away by Brets laugh. He carried the conversation with such ease, had a warm smile that seemed to brighten up the room, and his easygoing demeanor warmed my heart. Bret and I would occasionally lock eyes and I couldn’t help but get lost in his dreamy blue eyes. Cheesy…yes I know and I can’t help myself. I was drawn to him. We later make our way to dinner and as we chatted, we discovered a myriad of shared interests and passions, from travel to golf and various hobbies. It was as if the universe had conspired to bring us together, aligning our paths in that very moment. Hours passed by effortlessly, and before we knew it, it was time to go home. We both felt an undeniable connection and a shared sense of excitement about the possibility of continuing our newfound relationship. We have celebrated many triumphs and supported each other through challenging times, creating countless cherished memories along the way. To this day, Bret and I often reminisce about that day at the tattoo shop marveling at how a simple tattoo date led to a relationship that would enrich our lives in ways we never could have imagined. It serves as a reminder that the best moments in life often come when we least expect them, and that true connections can be found in the most unexpected places.

Once upon a time, in a small cabin nestled deep within the woods, Bret and Natasha found themselves on a weekend getaway trip for New Years. The cabin, with its rustic charm and cozy ambiance, provided the perfect setting for a memorable proposal. As the rain drizzled against the cabin windows, Bret's nerves pulsed with excitement and anticipation. As Natasha entered the cabin room, she noticed a bottle of champagne and two glasses sitting on the floor and Bret standing nervously in the center of the room. Natasha instantly knew what was happening and after a quick hug, the room fell silent. Time seemed to stand still as Bret dropped to one knee with a little box in his trembling hands. He was incredibly overcome with happiness and asked the most important question of his life: "Natasha, will you marry me?" Overwhelmed with happiness, Natasha nodded with excitement and whispered a heartfelt "Yes!" The energy in the room exploded with joy as Bret slipped the ring onto Natasha's finger, sealing their love in a tangible symbol of their commitment. In that intimate cabin, Bret and Natasha began a new chapter in their lives—a chapter filled with endless love, shared dreams, and the promise of a beautiful future together. The rain that once seemed dreary became a symbol of the love that blossomed that day, nourishing their hearts and sealing their bond forever.