We met one beautiful summer in Chicago. He was my brother’s friend—tall, funny, and charming in his own little way. After long days at the park or basketball court, he would offer me a ride home on the back of his bike. We talked, we laughed, and somewhere between the pedals and flirty teenage smiles, a friendship began to blossom. Those simple rides became the beginning of something we never expected, but our time together quickly came to an end with the summer. As the years passed, we lived our separate lives. After high school, college, and all the twists and turns of growing up, we reconnected—finding our way back to each other after 13 years we became ONE . Ten years ago, we promised forever. What began as summer time puppy love became a love story that has carried us through every chapter since.