Nico and I met way back in 7th grade Home Ec — where we were probably more focused on flirting than learning how to sew a pillow. We had homeroom together (lucky him), and somehow shared a bunch of classes… which meant we couldn’t escape each other even if we tried. We started dating that year. Yup, middle school sweethearts and we have made it this far. He used to bring me my favorite Pop-Tarts to class, which, looking back, might’ve been his first attempt at love language. From awkward braces and passing notes to growing up and planning a wedding, we’ve pretty much done life side-by-side ever since!