We first crossed paths in the choir room of our high school, and we felt a spark. Despite the age difference that made our relationship complicated, we felt a big connection that we couldn't ignore. We convinced my dad to let us have our first date at the local bowling alley. On September 23rd, 2019, we went to that bowling alley, and from the very moment we were together, it felt as though everything was falling into place. That night, we both knew in our hearts that we were destined to be together forever. Since then, we have been each other’s best friend, navigating life’s many ups and downs together. Our journey has not always been easy, especially with the challenges of long-distance that tested our commitment. But through every obstacle, we have worked hard for our relationship. Our love has only grown deeper, and today, we are more in love and happier than we could have ever imagined.