Our story began in 2012 at Montgomery County Community College. Although we were both attending the same school, we didn’t connect through classes — it was our amazing circle of mutual friends that brought us together. We crossed paths several times, but it wasn’t until we spent time talking that we realized something special was forming between us.
After a few weeks of texting and getting to know each other, we decided to hang out after school. We didn’t have any set plans, but that didn’t matter because we spent hours talking and laughing. It was one of those conversations that makes time fly — we discussed everything from our favorite music to our dreams for the future. That’s when we felt a spark, and we knew something was different. It was as though fate had brought us together in a deeper way than we ever expected. Our connection was instant and undeniable, and from that moment, we became inseparable.
Fast forward to 2024, and we are parents to two beautiful children, Isaiah and Nova, and homeowners, living the life we once dreamed about. On November 5th, 2024 — our 12th anniversary — Dyshea reminded me of our friendship, love, and dedication to the family we had built together. He asked me to be his partner for life, and of course, I said yes! It was a perfect, intimate moment, shared just between the two of us — a beautiful reflection of the love we’ve nurtured over the years.
After our weekend getaway, we decided to elope. After all, it had already been 12 years! Life had taught us many valuable lessons, including the pain of losing loved ones. We wanted to make our commitment official in the most intimate way possible. On November 22nd, 2024, we shared a moment that was truly ours. With Dyshea wearing his late uncle's favorite suit and me in my white dress, we exchanged vows and promised to stand by each other forever.
Looking back at everything — from those early days at Montgomery County Community College, to late-night talks, laughter, adventures, and all the memories we’ve made — we are more in love than ever. We’ve grown together, faced challenges, supported each other, and built a love that is stronger than we could have ever imagined. Celebrating our one year of marriage feels like the natural next step in our journey, and we couldn’t be more excited to celebrate with all of you who have been part of our story. We are so grateful for the love and support we’ve received from our friends and family. We can’t wait to celebrate this new chapter with all of you. Thank you for being the ones who listened, gave guidance, and helped us get to this point. We look forward to a night to remember! With love, Mr. and Mrs. Smith