Our story began in the most unexpected place - a paint store in Tallahassee. Paul was working behind the counter when Kelly walked in, arms full of tiles and fabrics swatches, chasing the perfect shade for her new home. He thought she was beautiful. She kept coming back - always near closing time - and he always stayed late. By the third visit, Paul handed her his business card and quietly told his coworkers, "She's going to be my girl." When she finally called, her number had the same Ohio area code as his. We had grown up just 20 minutes apart - but didn't meet until years later, hundreds of miles from home. After weeks of painting together, we had our first date - sweet, a little awkward, and unforgettable. Not long after, Kelly called mid-flight on her way back home from Ohio, asking Paul to pick her up. A hurricane was coming, and we evacuated together - turning it into a road trip and a turning point. Since then, we've built a life of laughter, travel, and quiet moments - and we can't wait to spend forever, side by side. "I have found the one whom my soul loves" -Song of Solomon 3:4