It was a blistering afternoon in Kingsville, Texas, when I stepped into a classroom full of cowboys in boots and caps. In my combat boots and t‑shirt, I didn’t quite blend in, however that was enough for Daniel to notice. His steady persistence over the next few months, even when it tested my patience, eventually earned him a date at none other than Dairy Queen. What was supposed to be a quick, thirty‑minute meet‑up turned into more than three hours of conversation. We were drawn in by each other’s stories, surprised by how naturally everything flowed, and it became clear that our paths were meant to cross. God’s timing was unmistakable. A decade later, Daniel and I remain each other’s closest friends and constant. We’ve weathered life’s challenges side by side. With each other, every season has been doable. Now we’re stepping into our season of marriage with so much excitement, ready to spend our days together as husband and wife, building a life we’ve prayed for and waited for. And we cannot wait to share this milestone experience with each and every one of you!