It all started in San Diego, where our paths crossed at just the right moment. Michael was finishing up training, and Hannah was visiting for a long weekend with a friend to see if she might want to make the city her new home. Hannah’s friend was visiting her boyfriend, who was stationed in San Diego, and kept telling Hannah how cute her boyfriend’s friends were. However, both Michael and Hannah weren’t interested in dating at the time—Hannah was just focused on enjoying her trip, and Michael was focused on building his life. But as the weekend went on, Michael and Hannah found themselves spending more time together. They got to know each other better, and by the end of the trip, they had become friends. When it was time for Hannah to leave, she thought Michael was great, but neither of them expected to see each other again. Back in Nashville, however, the two stayed in touch. After a few weeks of texting, calling, and daily FaceTimes, Michael made an offer Hannah couldn’t refuse: he would pay for her flight back to San Diego to visit again. Hannah agreed, and once she arrived, Michael took her on their first official date. The weekend was filled with adventure and fun—from exploring the Air and Space Museum and touring rose gardens to visiting cultural houses, seeing sea lions, and kayaking through sea caves. Of course, there was plenty of delicious food along the way, too. It was during that unforgettable weekend that Michael and Hannah both realized this was something truly special. After several more visits—from meeting in Colorado to Michael flying to Nashville—their connection grew deeper, and their love story blossomed. Nearly two years later, we are still best friends, and we’ve come to cherish the time we spend together exploring the world. From traveling to new destinations, to surfing, snorkeling, and spending as much time as possible by the beach and in the ocean, we’ve discovered that adventures are even more meaningful when shared with the one you love. Now, we’re so excited to be starting this next chapter of our journey together, and we can’t wait to celebrate our love with all of you!