Our love story began one warm June evening in 2022 at Rookies Bar in Seattle’s Columbia City neighborhood. After weeks of being cooped up recovering from COVID, Deva needed a change of scenery. Meanwhile, Jessica was enjoying a sunny evening, catching up with her dear friend Keely over drinks and nachos. Little did either of us know, this night would change our lives forever. As Deva wandered into Rookies he instantly recognized a familiar face—Keely, a friend from way back in middle school. True to her warm, inviting nature, Keely insisted Deva join her and her "cute" friend Jess. What was supposed to be a quick catch-up turned into an unforgettable evening. From the moment Deva sat down, it felt like we had known each other for years. We laughed all night as the playful teasing began, and Deva’s humor quickly stole the spotlight. One moment in particular stands out—an endearing “food on my face” joke that has become a legendary inside joke in our relationship. While some might find it embarrassing, Jessica found it completely charming. Deva, in turn, was captivated by Jessica’s lighthearted, silly nature and quite impressed with her love for food. As the night drew to a close, we capped things off with ice cream—Jessica’s favorite way to end any perfect evening. In true gentlemanly form, Deva walked Jessica and Keely to their car, parting ways with nothing but fond memories and a randomly fun Monday night. Weeks later, Deva finally made his move, sliding into Jessica’s DMs with the smoothest of lines: “You pick the place, and I’ll pick the credit card.” Jessica couldn’t help but laugh, and before long, we were off on our first official date. That first date was everything we could’ve hoped for. Starting with cocktails and indulging in nearly the entire menu, we ended the night the only way we knew how—with ice cream. From that moment on, Deva has kept Jessica smiling, treating her to her favorite things and surprising her in ways she could never have imagined. Over the next two years, we built a lifetime of memories together—traveling from the slopes of Whistler (without skis) to the sandy beaches of Mexico, food-hopping through the city, celebrating birthdays, holidays, and hosting gatherings with our friends and family. Along the way, we shared everything from epic meals to oyster shots (which Jessica could’ve done without). And with each adventure, we fell deeper in love. Two years after our first encounter, in the dream home we now share, Deva asked the question that transformed their lives, presenting Jessica with the most beautiful diamond ring. It was the start of the next chapter in our journey, one filled with laughter, love, and, of course, more food on her face. And now, here we are—ready to celebrate this love story with all of you as we take the next step in our adventure.