Many of you may not know, our love story started nine years ago in 2016, with a simple, quiet connection that slowly took root in shared laughter and late-night conversations that began a journey we never could have imagined. It was a seed planted in the ordinary soil of friendship, patiently growing in the background of our lives through years of change, distance and individual growth. We didn't know then that the foundation we were building—of trust, understanding, and unwavering support—would one day blossom into this profound and enduring love. A testament to the fact that the most beautiful stories are often the ones that take their time to unfold. Now standing here today, that promise is coming full circle as we finally prepare to say "I do," making our long-awaited dream a reality.