Once upon a time, in the enchanting city of Firenze, Italy, fate brought two souls together in a way only dreams are spun. It was 2015, and he, a seeker of adventure, was taking a pause from work, while she, full of wonder and excitement, was eager to explore the world before university. Their paths crossed during a language course, and though they knew their time together was fleeting, something whispered that this story wasn’t quite finished. They spent a challenging year apart, hearts longing across continents, until Carl-Fredrik took a leap of faith: packed his bags and flew across the world to Rio de Janeiro, where Bárbara was waiting. In that vibrant city, they realised their hearts were forever entwined and decided to start a new chapter together. Soon, they set off for Valencia, Spain—a city where love blossomed and their bond grew stronger, surrounded by new friends and warmed by the purrs of two beloved cats who joined their journey. Then, on a frosty day in December 2023, Carl-Fredrik took Bárbara's hand in the magical land of Sweden, at a scenic viewpoint from their early days together. He was nervous; she shivered in the -20 C cold, yet their hearts were warm, for this was the moment they’d been dreaming of. As he asked for forever, they both knew their story had truly begun. Nine years passed like a gentle breeze, and with hearts full of love, they chose to begin anew in a new land: the sunlit shores of Lisbon, where they will exchange vows surrounded by family and friends. Together, they look toward the horizon, ready to embrace the next chapter of their story.