Once upon a time — before wedding planning and forever promises — Mikayla had just begun a new chapter of her life in a new apartment. Excited to share her fresh start, she invited a dear friend (some of you may know Xavier) to come see it. As she stepped out onto the balcony to wave him in, something unexpected happened. When the car arrived, Xavier wasn’t alone. As the passenger door opened, a tall, handsome stranger stepped out — and in that single, suspended moment, their eyes met. Time slowed. The world hushed. And something neither of them could explain passed between them. It wasn’t planned. It wasn’t arranged. It wasn’t even supposed to happen that day. But somehow, in the middle of an ordinary afternoon, destiny had other plans. From that very first glance, there was an undeniable energy — the kind you don’t question, the kind you simply feel. What began as a simple visit turned into long conversations, effortless laughter, shared dreams, and a love story neither of them saw coming — but both of them knew was meant to be. After many years, countless adventures, and one very meaningful ring, that unexpected afternoon has led us here — to this moment and the beginning of our forever. We are so grateful you’re here to celebrate our love, the life we’ve built, and the next chapter still to come. Thank you for being part of our story.