We're Getting Married!

KYOTOBREW - 6:30PM - 8:30PM 121 HISTORIC TOWN SQUARE, LANCASTER, TEXAS 75146 Join us for our engagement celebration on Friday, January 16, 2026! We’re keeping things casual—wear whatever makes you feel good, just know there will be pictures. We’ll be gathering at KyotoBrew for coffee, cocktails, light bites, and a little dancing thanks to our DJ. We can’t wait to celebrate this moment with you in a warm, relaxed space filled with joy, good energy, and the people who mean the most to us.

DeDe said: What's wild is that few people know that years before we ever met, I had a dream about Joshua. I didn't know him yet. It was vivid, the kind of dream that lingers before it quietly subsides somewhere in the crevices of your mind. I even remember calling my friend Amber to tell her about it. But after a few years I forgot. I couldn’t explain it at the time, only that it felt like a glimpse of something waiting for me in the future. Time passed, and eventually I forgot about the dream and went on living my life. Fast-forward to Oct/Nov 2022: I had known his sister, Farren, on Twitter for a few years. Then one day, she sent me a text out of the blue: “Are you seeing anyone?” At the time, I was — or at least I thought I was. LOL!! When that situation fell apart, I remember a long crying spell with my cousin Cené who encouraged me as we left another family function that I attended alone. Afterwards, something shifted. I decided to stop searching and start living. I began traveling solo, finding joy in small things (my apartment, my routines, my peace). I enrolled in school again. For the first time, I wasn’t looking for love; I was already full. And that’s when it happened. I called Farren in 2023 because I was ready to meet this brother of hers IF he was still single. When we finally crossed paths, something in me recognized him instantly , not his face, but his energy. He felt like remembering. Our first date felt more like a homecoming. He was calm, but confident. I actually didn't even know if he liked me at first. Lol! But I had never met anyone like him. And I knew (even without the dream to reassure me), that he was my other half. He is without a doubt the best person I've ever known and ever will know. J said: Nothing would disturb my peace, least of all a dating recommendation from- and gag -my little sister. After years of adventuring, when I was at peak comfort level, I had almost everything I needed to be content. The only thing missing was my favorite thing; some good conversation over a nice meal. The one thing unavailable for delivery, and the only reason I entertained the idea of going on a date. Then I spoke to her, and it was nice. We agreed to meet, despite my nonchalance, and a new element was introduced to my chemistry. She was unique, it was refreshing, and content was no longer contentment before I could register the change. I loved my apartment: next to the river, patio with a view. Life was good, and good is good, until you experience better. She was better. That day, and every day since was better. It didn't take long for me to recognize something new was happening with myself and between us. Since our lives have become increasingly enmeshed, it's been non-stop adventure. At least the backstory to our bond. Now it's time to drop the title screen and let our real adventure begin.