Sometimes reality is far better than fiction. Our story began as teenagers: Mercedes as a 15 year old in her beloved Venezuela and Antonio at 18, already in college and a dashing competitive swimmer. We met through our dear friend Taty who introduced us back when we both became part of her "Quinceañera" dance ensemble. We saw each other and "hung out" (flirted) over the many months of rehearsals which culminated with her Birthday party. Antonio was the handsome boy that danced with the birthday girl, while Mercedes danced with her assigned partner and the other 14 couples. Together we celebrated and toasted our mutual friend, and decided that yup...we were pretty crazy about each other. Both smitten, a sweet (but intense!) relationship ensued for the following months (oh those teenage years...!) which as so happens, coincided with Mercedes' impending move to the United States. So what happened next, you ask? The answer lies in trusting that the universe always has your back. 41 years later, after each had experienced life in all its wonderful, loving, complex and unexpected ways, after relationships and grown kids, endings and beginnings, we reconnected again thanks to our mutual "cupid" Taty, and next thing you know... here we are! We both honor and appreciate everything that life has gifted us, our beautiful and wonderful children, all our experiences and all the friends - old and new - that have joined us at different points along the way. We are beyond thrilled to have you be a part of our story and can't wait to celebrate with you. Thank you for being here!