The first time we met, we were at New Beginnings. I was attending new members' class and Mark was working. We hit it off instantly but remained friends for quite awhile. We realized how much we had in common and at times, we would spend hours talking -- even outside in the freezing cold. After a couple of years, we started reading "Purpose Driven Life" which transitioned us from friendly conversation to planning our lives. Little did we know this was just the beginning! Two plans would soon become one.