Our story began in the summer of 2009 when we met while volunteering at Windsor Care Center. Being two shy teenagers, we were not the type to start a conversation with each other. We really have to thank our friends (big shout out to Vince!) who did the initial approaches to each others friend group. On the last day we finally exchanged numbers and from then onwards we never stopped talking. Our nights were filled with unforgettable conversations where we really got to know and fall deeply in love with each other. Those precious and cherished moments led to August 15, 2009 when we officially became partners. Even with the challenge of going to different high schools and colleges, we were always able to find time for each other. Through all the years our love continued to blossom and evolve - and our friends can speak for us that it was a lot of years! Fast forward to 2021 when we had a lot of life altering changes. First it was getting our dog, Hoshi. Then getting our first home in November. It was March, 2022. On a beautiful, sunny afternoon, we walked together at Carmel State Beach. It was Hoshi's first time there, and the two of us were happy to take her to one of our favorite vacation spots. As we continued to walk, Dandrich set up the camera to take a family picture. Unbeknownst to Joanna, Dandrich had other plans. He got down on one knee and proposed! Joanna said "Yes, of course!" We truly appreciate all the love and support over the last 13 years. We are excited to finally share our big day with our family and friends. We are so grateful to be able to celebrate a day full of food, drinks, dancing, and love. May it be an unforgettable moment for us all!