Our story began in high school 2016, where fate brought us together at our very first job at In-N-Out. Even as teenagers, we found a connection that felt effortless and natural, a friendship that quickly blossomed into something much deeper. We shared laughs, dreams, and those unforgettable moments that make the teenage years unforgettable, all while learning life lessons side by side. As we moved on to college, our bond only grew stronger. Distance and challenges never seemed to weaken the love we had for each other. When I decided to join the Navy, we faced one of our greatest tests: long six-month deployments, often with no way to talk except a single email every few weeks. Yet even in those quiet moments of longing, our love persevered. We learned the true meaning of patience, trust, and unwavering support. Through every challenge, we stayed by each other’s side our hearts connected no matter the miles between us. Before I retired from the military, I knew it was time to take the next step in our journey together. I bought a house for us, a place where we could build our future, fill it with love, laughter, and all the little moments that make life extraordinary, and we both can't wait to be under the same roof after this special day. Today, we look forward to beginning the next chapter of our lives together as a married couple. Our journey has been filled with adventure, perseverance, and unwavering love and we know that the best is yet to come. We are excited to celebrate this day with our family and friends, and to continue writing our story together, hand in hand, heart to heart, for the rest of our lives.