Their story began in October 2020 with something simple—an Instagram post. What started as a small interaction quickly turned into something intentional. From the very beginning, Cody saw something special in Derricka—he knew she was the one, and in his eyes, she became the apple of his eye. While he was certain, Derricka took her time, allowing their connection to grow in its own way. As their love deepened, so did their lives together. Cody stepped into Derricka’s world, embracing not only her but also Kaleigh, building a bond rooted in patience, care, and love. In 2022, they welcomed their son, Coah, and that same year, Cody asked Derricka to be his wife—something he had been sure of long before. Like any real love, their journey hasn’t been perfect—but it has been intentional, evolving, and strengthened through growth. Through every season, they have continued choosing each other, learning, and becoming better together. After losing her mother in 2024 and her father in 2026, Derricka found strength in Cody, while he remained steady beside her—grounded in the life and love they’ve built. What began as a simple moment became something resilient, meaningful, and deeply rooted. And through it all, they will continue to choose each other—again and again, for a lifetime.