We met on our first day of orientation at Western Michigan University and quickly formed a close friendship. Throughout our time at WMU, our bond only deepened. While we were surrounded by many wonderful friends and shared living spaces with others, our connection to one another remained uniquely strong. After graduation, we came to realize that what we shared extended far beyond friendship. In December 2020, we took a leap and began dating, fully aware that we were risking a connection we both deeply valued. By September 2021, we had moved in together—not as roommates or best friends this time, but as partners. Since then, our relationship has grown in profound and meaningful ways. We've embraced a shared, team-oriented approach to life, continually learning about each other and strengthening the partnership we now treasure. From camping in Hawaii and hiking through national parks to exploring the rainforests of Costa Rica, our adventures have only brought us closer. In 2023, we moved to Delaware in pursuit of new opportunities, and we’ve built a home together in a space that truly feels like our own. We look forward to the many adventures still to come—and we are overjoyed to celebrate this next chapter of our journey with all of you.