In the halls of Grover Cleveland High School, amidst chatting and laughter echoing, I met Damian. At first, we were friends, sharing late-night texts and inside jokes that only we understood. But as the years rolled by, something shifted between us. We began spending more time together outside of school, going to restaurants and parks, and sharing movies that made us laugh until our sides hurt. I noticed the lingering glances that transformed our friendship into something beautiful and profound. One afternoon, we found ourselves at our favorite park, the sun casting a warm golden glow, sharing our dreams and how much we meant to one another and in that moment, I knew we were meant to be more than just friends. We shared our first kiss in the park. As the clock struck midnight on January 20, 2012, under a sky filled with stars, Damian asked me to be his girlfriend. We grew together over the next twelve years in ways I never imagined. We navigated adulthood side by side, celebrating triumphs and supporting each other through setbacks. We became each other’s confidants and best friends, creating countless memories through late-night drives, spontaneous adventures, and quiet evenings wrapped in each other's arms. Now, as we stand on the brink of a new chapter, I can hardly contain my excitement for the day we'll say, "I do." Soon, we'll be one, and I can't wait to step into forever with the one who knows me better than anyone else. With Damian, I've found my home, my heart, and my greatest adventure.