Alexis and Steven spotted each other at the handball courts in the middle of a calescent summer. Even as young third graders, they felt an instant connection and a burning desire to destroy each other at anything and everything—as all childhood lovers do at the start. They hustled as new adults and played hard-to-get/hard-to-want with each other in their mid-twenties. Alexis was reluctant to pursue a serious relationship with Steven out of fear but, as years passed, she finally warmed up to the idea of something more. Steven courted Alexis with thoughtful dates and extravagant dinners while Alexis brought him peace, laughter, and inextinguishable pride. Life isn’t linear—it’s filled with joyous moments like their glowing love story and forthcoming celebration, but it is also sprinkled with heart-shattering sunspots. Unsurprisingly, the love between Steven and Alexis has only grown and transformed with every sudden strike of hardship. Glass is formed when lightning touches sand and diamonds are created under immense fire and pressure. As witnessed from all around us, Alexis and Steven’s love that first sparked in the summertime shows what beautiful things can be created when earth and fire meet. Come celebrate their love, we hope to see you there!