From a young age, Lucas and Julia unknowingly shared a special connection. Just a short trip from where they each grew up, there was a quiet little pond where Lucas spent countless afternoons feeding ducks with his family during elementary school. Unbeknownst to him, Julia had her own fond memories of that same pond—a place that, even then, felt magical to them both. As they got older, life took them to different high schools, though they were never far apart. Through mutual friends, their paths would occasionally cross—Lucas was close with his friend Brett, and Julia with Brett’s stepsister, Josie. Yet it wasn’t until one fateful night, when their friend groups ended up at the same concert, that Julia and Lucas truly noticed each other. Not long after, Lucas asked Julia out on their first date. Over a playful game of darts, they made a bold wager: the winner would get a kiss. Lucas won, but Julia wasn’t about to let him steal the moment—she leaned in first, and their love story began with that unforgettable kiss. Now, as they prepare to exchange vows on April 19, 2025, Lucas and Julia reflect on their journey—one that started with simple moments at a quiet pond, grew through challenges, and blossomed into a love stronger than they could have ever imagined.