Once upon a time, two people who were meant to be together almost let the universe slip them past each other. It all started when they added each other on Facebook, but fate—or perhaps the bride’s best friend—intervened. “Don’t reach out to him!” her friend warned. The bride, always one to respect her friend's advice, obeyed the rule. But as fate would have it, she spotted him on Bumble a few weeks later. All rules were off. With one swipe, she decided to see what might happen. They hit it off instantly. The groom had this rare gift—he could carry a conversation with anyone, making people feel at ease. From the very first messages, there was something natural, something easy between them. They laughed, shared stories, and felt a connection that was undeniable. But, as life sometimes goes, they soon went their separate ways, each for good reasons and with no hard feelings. Time passed, but the bride found herself thinking about him—his kindness, his humor, the way he made her feel so seen and heard. So one day, she decided to break another rule. She reached out to him. To her surprise, he had been thinking about her too, and from that moment on, they were inseparable. Their love story isn’t traditional in every way. They may have started, paused, and restarted, but in every twist and turn, their love has grown fuller, more abundant, and deeply rooted in care and consideration for one another. What they’ve built together is strong, and they wouldn’t change their story for anything. Now, they’re looking forward to the next chapter and beyond, filled with excitement for what’s to come. And on October 25, 2025, they will celebrate not only their love but the beautiful people who have been part of their journey. They can’t wait to share their joy with all those they love, surrounded by laughter, memories, and the beginning of forever.