In the fall of 2018, Dylan arrived at UC Davis to start his PhD studies in the same lab Caroline had been working in for the previous year. Their initial encounter was brief, a casual introduction during a lab meeting, followed by occasional encounters within their shared work building. Eventually, Caroline graduated and started working full-time in the lab as Dylan was also starting to support field operations for ongoing team projects. This allowed the pair to work more closely and more often with one another. Caroline and Dylan were struck by how fun fieldwork together could be. Even the most grueling days of battling extreme heat and trudging through thick mud to collect data couldn't wipe the smiles from their faces. Outside of the lab, their connection deepened. They began spending more time together, whether it was capturing frogs, gazing at the stars, or fishing the local waters. It was during one of these moments that fate seemed to give them a glimpse of their future. Dylan extended an invitation to Caroline for a 24-hour fishing expedition to catch albacore tuna. The day was filled with adventure, success, and an undeniable connection. Their connection was so palpable that others at the boat launch commented on how they made a good team. As they embarked on the delirious drive back, Caroline stumbled upon an old fortune cookie in Dylan's truck. She opened it and the message read, "Someone with blue eyes admires you." Struck by the serendipity of the moment, she shared the fortune with Dylan. He jokingly tossed it away, but deep down, he knew it was true. Dylan finally worked up the courage to make their relationship a reality in the fall of 2020. Since then, time has flown by. Dylan and Caroline's love story unfolded in the great outdoors, and their shared passion for adventure only grew. They embarked on countless outdoor escapades, embracing every new hobby, regardless of the gear and expense it required. Whether it was shooting bows, hunting waterfowl, or navigating the turbulent waters of whitewater kayaking, they were always up for the challenge. While they're uncertain about the exact path their lives will take, one thing remains clear: with each other by their side, their future promises to be filled with countless exciting and joyful adventures.