She said yes! All that's left is "I do".

Our journey began in an unexpected place — Sports Authority in San Francisco. Fresh into our twenties, we were colleagues who didn't immediately hit it off romantically. In fact, Lily didn't even see me as a potential love interest at first. But fate had other plans for us. As we worked together and spent time hanging out after hours, a deep friendship blossomed. We became inseparable, partners in crime who shared everything from late-night confessions to early morning texts. We found ourselves single at the same time, leaning on each other through the highs and lows of dating life. Without realizing that we were already soulmates. Our bond grew stronger with each passing day, though we hadn't put a label on our feelings. That changed one fateful day when she visited me at my new job. A coworker, unaware of our connection, attempted to flirt with Lily. In a moment of clarity and perhaps a touch of possessiveness, I shrewdly introduced Lily as my girlfriend. To everyone's surprise, her response was not a refusal but silence accompanied with a smile of acknowledgment. From that moment, our relationship took a new direction. On July 8, 2016, we officially became a couple. But what defines us is more than just romance; we've remained steadfast best friends through it all. Our journey together has been marked by laughter, support, and unwavering companionship. On September 7, 2024, we are preparing to exchange vows and declare our commitment to a lifetime of love and friendship. We have discovered in each other not only a partner but also the most trusted confidant and ally. Our wedding day will not only celebrate our love story but also the enduring bond that started with friendship and grew into something truly extraordinary.