Every great love story starts with a little bit of fate — and a few well-connected friends. We first crossed paths thanks to a lifelong friend of Laura’s who happened to go to college with Lucas. It was during her birthday party, years ago, that we were introduced for the very first time. But as life would have it, that moment passed quietly — we exchanged smiles, maybe a few words, and then time went on. It wasn’t until years later, during a casual beach day with friends, that something clicked. The sun was out, the conversation was easy, and for the first time, we really saw each other. At first, it was just friendship between us — comfortable, light, and full of laughter. But as time passed and we spent more moments together, something deeper began to grow. Our first official date was at an orchestra — a beautiful, elegant evening that set the tone for everything that followed. From that night on, we started collecting moments together: laughter-filled road trips, relaxed brunches, and long conversations that turned into shared dreams. We’ve met each other’s families in Brazil, explored new places side by side, and built a bond grounded in friendship, joy, and deep love. Each new experience has brought us closer and made us even more sure that we’ve found something rare and lasting. Then came a perfect day in Miami — where Lucas got down on one knee, and we officially said yes to forever. Now, we’re so excited to celebrate the next chapter of our journey with the people we love most. Thank you for being part of our story — the best is yet to come. With love, Laura & Lucas