It all began with a simple moment of kindness. Stephanie, just beginning residency and finding her way, found herself momentarily lost in the hospital. Chris took the time to point her in the right direction. To him, it was a brief interaction that lingered—one he didn’t yet realize would become the beginning of their story. Months later, fate brought them together again, and this time the spark was undeniable. Though life in medicine had once asked them to wait, during Chris’s first year of residency Stephanie finally found the courage to start a conversation. They spent the entire evening deep in conversation, where Stephanie learned Chris had just finished celebrating Ramadan. Without hesitation, she smiled and said, “Eid Mubarak.” From that moment, Chris knew she was someone truly special. From there, their bond only deepened. Even as training and opportunity took them to different places, they remained constant for one another. Through long days, long nights, and long distances, they chose each other again and again—finding ways to be present, to support, and to make time, no matter how fleeting the moments might be. What started as chance meetings became a partnership rooted in patience, understanding, and unwavering commitment. After years of chasing their dreams side by side — and often miles apart — they now call New York City home together, where Chris is a plastic surgery resident and Stephanie is preparing to pursue her surgical oncology fellowship. Their lives are busy, but filled with joy, laughter, and the promise of everything to come — proving that even in the busiest of lives, the right person always finds a way in. On May 2, 2026, Stephanie and Chris will celebrate not only their marriage, but the incredible journey that has brought them here — one that began with hospital directions, endured distance and training, and now continues in the city they both love. Surrounded by family and friends, blending Lebanese and American traditions, they can’t wait to begin this next chapter together.