In 2021 a mutual friend introduced us, and we chose friendship first. We prayed, took our time, and let small moments grow into love: late-night calls, shared playlists, airport hellos, quiet weekends. When Ryan moved to Texas, we chose each other and began dating. Long distance taught us devotion, we kept our promises, counted down our calendars, and covered every goodbye in prayer. When it was right, we chose the same city and built a home in Houston. A little less than 3 years later, he asked, and I said yes. We are grateful to God for His timing and to our family and friends for every prayer, cheer, and hug.