I'd like to hangout with you for my whole life

We met at a friend’s birthday party—just two people who instantly clicked in a way that felt easy, fun, and kind of like fate (or at least really good party planning). We became fast friends... and after 4 years of friendship with some not-so-subtle hints that maybe we both wanted something more. Let’s just say, it didn’t take long for everyone else to catch on either. Almost eight years later, that spark has turned into something truly special. We've shared five graduations, three major losses, 153 spontaneous day trips, seven family vacations, five different jobs, and six family weddings. We've had our fair share of hard days and even better ones, but we’ve faced every moment side by side. Together, we’ve laughed, cried, grown, and changed. Most meaningfully, we’ve grown in our faith and rediscovered what it means to walk with Jesus—together. Through every high and low, we’ve found that love isn't just something we say, it's something we choose, every single day. Through all the laughs, the learning curves, the road trips, and the quiet moments, we wouldn’t trade a single second. There’s no one else we’d rather do life with, and we can’t wait to see what’s next. Here’s to nearly twelve years of friendship, eight years of love, and a lifetime still ahead.