“When you know, you know.” That line resonates so deeply with us. The start of our love story is a combination of manifestation and good fortune. Growing up in Hamden, our paths ran parallel to each other but rarely crossed. When our worlds finally collided, a tiny seed was planted, blossoming into the deep and lasting love we share today. It all started with a chance encounter at CCD. One of the teachers was out sick, so our classes merged for the day. We quickly bonded over our shared love for anginetti, the best of all Italian cookies. Over the years, we exchanged smiles in the hallways and even had a few classes together at Hamden Middle School. Our friend groups had fringe connections, but we never really ran in the same circles. Little did Angelo know, Meghan was quietly crushing from afar. Tucked in her middle school diary, among dreams and goals, was a line that read, “Date Angelo DiMonaco.” At the end of middle school, we signed each other’s yearbooks and exchanged cell phone numbers, even though we didn’t use them much—it just felt like the right thing to do. Fast forward to high school, and our social circles began to expand. Meghan’s friendship with her soccer teammates led her to connect with Angelo’s brother, Enzo. During the summer of 2014, Angelo noticed that “Meghan from CCD” was suddenly part of Enzo’s friend group. More often than not, when Enzo went out with his friends, Meghan was close by. What had once been a one-sided crush quickly became mutual. That summer, we spent every possible moment trying to be around each other. If there was an opportunity to meet up, we took it. Angelo knew he wanted Meghan to be his girlfriend but wasn’t sure how to say it. Luckily, when Meghan knows what she wants, she goes after it with all her heart. The moment she confessed her feelings changed our lives forever. She could finally check “Date Angelo DiMonaco” off her list. Our love story is both magical and intentional. With a foundation of friendship, every obstacle feels small, and together, there is no mountain we can’t conquer. We are so excited to have you with us as we embark on this new journey as husband and wife! With love, Meghan and Angelo