"For I know the plans I have for you..." On one cold and rainy day on the south side of Chicago, two strangers met up at a local coffee shop. Their differences were numerous. One was from the South, the other from the Midwest. One chose a career in medicine, and the other in law. Despite the fact that they had chosen a coffee shop, neither of them ordered coffee. A few cups of tea and rousing conversation ended in a moment that will be etched in our minds forever. Ken offered his umbrella to Julia and she kindly declined. What began as an auspicious meeting felt like a swift reversal. Why wouldn't she take the umbrella? Did that mean she didn't want a second date? Is this just his sly way to get me to see him again? Turns out the exact opposite was true. Ken is just a generous guy and Julia has a weird thing against umbrellas. (Seriously. Ask her about it.) And the rest is history. Each and every one of you has played a role in making us the people we have become today. We look forward to celebrating with you as we embark on this new adventure.