Now, as they prepare to say "I do," they are reminded of the journey that brought them here—the challenges they've faced, the lessons they've learned, and the love that has only grown stronger with each passing day. It all began in their “American Labor Since the Civil War” class at the University of Washington Tacoma. Marisol is searching for a seat in the auditorium and finds Ruddy. From the start, it's clear that they share a connection. They quickly learn that their high schools are rivals and that they grew up knowing many of the same people. What starts as sitting two seats apart soon turns into sitting next to each other. As the quarter ends, they keep in touch over Snapchat but don’t cross paths again until a year later. One day, Ruddy finds Marisol studying in the library and invites her to go ice skating. They go out that same day. From that moment on, they didn’t look back. After five years, one dog, and in the middle of Law school. Ruddy plans a trip to Oregon. He had been planning it for months, and on a clear, crispy morning, they were whisked away for what Marisol thought was just a scenic flight over the countryside on a hot air balloon. High up in the air, the world below them became a patchwork of green fields and sleepy towns, and they both completely taken in by the view. For a moment, the roar of the burner pauses, Ruddy pulls out the ring, some fumble with his words, Marisol’s heart races, realizing this moment is really happening. Her heart was sure, she knew all along. Both had found each other to float above it all. With hearts entwined and souls uplifted, they stand ready to unite as one, embracing the sacred covenant of marriage, blessed by the grace and love of God. They can't wait to celebrate this next chapter with all of you!