Every great love story starts somewhere, and ours began in the most unexpected, yet perfect way — as best friends for most of our lives. From the beginning, there was always something special about the way we understood each other — like we were speaking the same language even when no one else quite got it. As friends, we never imagined that we would one day become the love of each others lives. But time has a funny way of revealing what’s always been there. Our friendship stood the test of time, growing deeper with each passing year. No matter what life brought our way, we’ve always been the person the other could count on most. And then, somewhere along the way, something shifted. We started seeing each other in a different light, noticing the little things that had always been there but now felt…different. When we finally admitted what our hearts already knew, it felt like the most natural thing in the world. After all, who better to fall in love with than the person who already knew your soul? Our first date/engagement!- Our first official date was more than just dinner and a conversation — it was the beginning of forever. That day, he surprised me with something straight out of a fairy tale. He had hired a private driver to take us around to all of the different stops he had planned, setting the tone for a day we’d never forget. As if that wasn’t enough, a professional photographer captured every moment — the laughter, the excitement, and the love written all over our faces. Then, just when I thought the day couldn’t be more magical, he dropped to one knee and asked me the question that would change everything. Falling in love with your best friend is a kind of magic we never take for granted. Loving each other has felt like coming home — to a place that’s safe, warm, and filled with laughter. It’s the kind of love built on years of trust, thousands of shared memories, and a deep friendship that is still at the heart of everything we are. We’re so excited to celebrate this next chapter with all the people who’ve been part of our story from the beginning. Thank you for being here, for cheering us on, and for loving us through every stage of our journey. We can’t wait to say “I do” surrounded by the friends and family who helped shape the love we share today.