We're getting married!

It wasn't a movie scene, but it was their scene. A brightly lit college dining hall at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. Andy, a computer science hopeful battling through academic probation (and winning!), saw her across the room. Danlei, a future finance whiz with a face he'd soon affectionately call "Tomato" for its rosy glow. In that moment, surrounded by the aroma of freshly made sandwiches and the hum of student life, a friendship began, a friendship that would soon blossom into a decade-long love story. They were just friends when they initially met, bonding over shared meals in the dining hall. But as spring of their freshman year arrived, their connection deepened. Their relationship officially ignited during their first real date, shortly before summer break. Captain America flickered on screen at the downtown theater, but the real magic was happening between Andy and Danlei. Popcorn, shared whispers, and the undeniable spark of something more, solidified during Thursday night farmers markets, reading sessions at Barnes & Noble, and countless California Pizza Kitchen dinners. Ten years. From the rolling hills of San Luis Obispo, where their love story first unfolded, to the misty shores of Seattle. It was there, amidst the towering evergreens, that a furry, four-legged friend named Holden joined their adventure. A corgi with a cat-like demeanor, antisocial yet unfailingly polite, he quickly became the third member of their little family, ruling their hearts (and their Sundays at Marymoor Park). But their adventures weren't limited to the cities they called home. They were travel buddies, exploring new corners of the world together, collecting memories like souvenirs. Whether it was a quick getaway to a Southwestern town or a grand adventure to Japan or Iceland, every journey brought them closer, becoming some of their fondest memories together. Life wasn't always a rom-com. There were challenges, especially during those long-distance stretches that tested their bond. Danlei, blazing a trail in San Jose after graduation, and Andy, chasing his software engineering dreams in Seattle. But like two pieces of a puzzle, they always found their way back to each other. Their love was the quiet strength in a hand squeeze during a tough week, the knowing glance across a crowded room in San Francisco, where they made new memories, or later in Los Angeles, where they built a new life, together. Andy, the introverted computer enthusiast, introduced Danlei, his theatre-loving other half, to the wonders of trying new foods. In return, she opened his world to the drama of reality TV and the magic of musicals. They were different, yet perfectly complementary, two souls who found joy in exploring new worlds together, one delicious meal, one captivating show, one shared adventure at a time. Then, under the vast Fijian sky, a carefully planned proposal unfolded. Andy, heart pounding, camera in hand (after months of practicing sunset shots!), waited for the perfect moment. The sunset might have been shy that day, but the blue hour that followed was breathtaking. A live band serenaded them on the jetty, the stars emerged in a dazzling display, and with the waves whispering their secrets to the shore, Andy asked Danlei the question that had been in his heart for a decade. Her "Yes!" echoed under the stars, a promise sealed with a kiss. Now, on October 4th, 2025, amidst the warmth of an elegant celebration, Andy and Danlei are ready to say "I do." It's a day to celebrate a love that has blossomed from a chance meeting in a college dining hall into a lifetime of shared adventures, unwavering support, and a whole lot of special moments. A love story that brought them from Mustangs to a forever kind of love, and a day made even more special because everyone they cherish most will be there to witness it. Join us as we celebrate the next chapter of their adventure, filled with laughter, dancing, and heartfelt moments under the California stars.