For over a decade, their paths crossed as family friends — familiar faces, shared circles, and an easy friendship that quietly stood the test of time. Over the years, Laj had asked Nicole to coffee twice, but the timing was never quite right. Then one day, curiosity brought Nicole to reach out — this time to “talk Coeur d’Alene real estate” and get a builder’s perspective on the market. What began as a simple business conversation turned into a ride-along that would change everything. Some might call it fate, others divine timing — but from that day forward, everything fell into place. Laj asked her on a date, Nicole said yes, and what started as a business chat became the beginning of forever. <3