It all started freshman year of high-school-just two teenagers who sat near each other in class, shared way too many inside jokes and somehow always ended up in the same friends group. We became great friends fast, and by summer 2015 going in to sophomore year, things got a little more interesting. On June 27th, 2015, Julian officially asked me to be his girlfriend, and from that moment on, we were officially us. Highschool was full of unforgettable memories- Julian on the football field and me cheering him on from the sidelines (literally). From homecoming games and pep rallies to late night drive-thru runs and weekend hangouts, we grew up together, always finding joy in the little things and strength in each other. When college decisions rolled around, life threw us a curveball. Julian got the amazing opportunity to play football in Ohio and earn his degree. Suddenly we became a long distance couple. We didn't exactly plan on navigating time zones, FaceTime calls and airport goodbyes-but somehow, we made it through. Ups, downs, and everything in between-we always found our way back to each other. Then came Decemeber 22, 2023. In our favorite city San Diego (a.k.a our happy place), Julian got down on one knee and asked the easiest question I've ever answered. Today, we're living out our dreams- Julian in physical therapy and me in dental hygiene-doing the work we love and building the life we are proud of. After over a decade of growing up side by side, we're stepping into this next chapter as partners for life. We're so grateful for every twist and turn that brought us here, and even more grateful to celebrate this moment with the people who have supported us along the way. Your love has been part of our story, and we can't wait to begin our forever with you by our side.