It was a warm spring afternoon when I bravely opened the Tinder app on my phone, searching for that elusive thing called love. Little did I know, fate had something special in store when along came Karla. With a stroke of good luck, we matched, and immediately the chemistry between us was undeniable. What started as a few texts quickly turned into hours of talking, and before we knew it, days turned to weeks. But let me tell you, it wasn't all smooth sailing at first! In fact, Karla wasn't quite sold on the idea of us at the beginning. I remember vividly how when I asked her to be my girlfriend she turned me down, saying something like "Oh, I'm not ready for a relationship." Yadda yadda yadda. Look I cried a little, alright? I'll admit it. Who wouldn't when the LOVE OF YOUR LIFE rejects you? We "agreed" to keep things casual and slow for now, but inside I was already wondering how to win her over. And sure enough, a few weeks later she woke up and smelled the roses and asked ME out! I said yes of course, and our journey together began. As time went on, we became best friends, confidants, and adventurers, learning more about each other and sharing experiences that only deepened our bond. And while our connection was undeniable from the start, it was in the small, meaningful moments that our love truly flourished. Getting to know each other’s families has been one of the most beautiful parts of our relationship. Whether it’s family dinners, spontaneous weekend trips, or simply laughing together over silly stories, those moments have been nothing short of special. Today, as we look forward to our future together, we reflect on how far we’ve come since that first swipe. Our journey has been one of laughter, growth, and unconditional support. What began with a match on an app has blossomed into something far greater—something that neither of us could have predicted, but something we are both incredibly grateful for. As we take this next step into marriage, we know that our love story is just beginning, and we can't wait to see where this adventure leads us next.