We met at our 8th grade orientation and were instantly best friends. We spent high school together in a close group of friends where we shared the same sense of humor and knack for getting into trouble. Although we went to different colleges we always stayed close. The summer before our junior year we spent every day together falling deeper and deeper in love. After visiting TJ together in New York one weekend, it became clear that we would never be "just friends" ever again. We spent 5 years in a long distance relationship as we supported each other as we each chased our dreams. After overcoming many challenges life finally rewarded us and brought us back together. We now live in New York City where our love story began and we could not be happier. Each of you has supported us as our relationship has grown and we cant wait to celebrate with you all as we take this next very important step in our relationship.