Our story began in 2023, when fate brought us together. Deshawn and Shandre met and instantly clicked, with their first date falling perfectly on Shandre's birthday weekend—a memorable start to what would become an incredible journey. From the very beginning, there was a spark between us that couldn’t be ignored. For several months, everything felt effortless as we got to know one another, sharing laughter, dreams, and countless beautiful moments. But as life often does, things got complicated, and we decided to take a pause to focus on our individual paths. Even during our time apart, neither of us could shake the feeling that something was missing. Life had thrown its challenges our way, but we knew there was more to our story. Then, in 2024, Shandre reached out to Deshawn with a simple “hello.” That was all it took for Deshawn to realize that this time, he wasn’t about to let her slip away. He had come to understand just how much Shandre meant to him. Her unwavering drive, ambition, and the confident way she moved through life made Deshawn realize—without a doubt—that she was the woman he wanted to build a future with. Shandre was a hard nut to crack, and Deshawn admired that about her. He knew that she wasn’t someone who would settle for anything less than the real thing. But with patience, understanding, and a lot of love, Deshawn continued to prove that he was ready to walk through life with her. Over time, Shandre began to see what Deshawn had always known—he was the one she wanted beside her, through all the highs and lows. One of the most memorable moments of our early days together was our first holiday spent as a couple. Deshawn joined Shandre's family for the celebration at her family home in Delaware, and let’s just say—it was *a lot* (in the best way possible)! Deshawn quickly fit right in with the lively, loving atmosphere. The highlight? Deshawn proudly bragging about how he beat all the men in dominoes that night and declaring himself “undefeated.” He’s been telling that story ever since, and we’ve got a feeling that it’ll be a *forever* victory in his book! As we stand here today, about to embark on forever, we’re grateful for the twists and turns that brought us together. It’s not just the big moments that we cherish, but the quiet ones too—the little conversations, the long walks, and the quiet understanding that no matter what life throws our way, we have each other. Our journey is just beginning, and we’re excited to see where the road ahead leads.