We met 12 years ago at his sister, Aquina's, birthday party. At first, we both thought the other was unapproachable. As the night went on, our paths finally crossed and it felt like we met before in another life. We went from texts, to hours on the phone to seeing each other every weekend. We definitely took our time, navigating through our emotions, learning to work as a team and becoming best friends along the way. It took 10 years for us to be ready for marriage, but as they say, "time is the most valuable thing a man can spend." We are thankful for the love of our family and friends and blessed to share our special day with you. "Marriages, like a garden, take time to grow. But the harvest is rich unto those who patiently and tenderly care for the ground." - Darlene Schacht