Our story began in 2019, during a Navy deployment, when fate intertwined our paths as coworkers. From the very first moment, something magical sparked between us—an undeniable connection that made it feel like time itself had stopped. It was more than just passing chemistry; it felt as though we had known each other across lifetimes. However, at the time, it did not seem like a relationship was meant to be for us. When we returned from deployment in November 2019, Tatiana was preparing for her next adventure overseas in Naples, Italy, with orders to leave in March 2020. However, as the world came to a standstill during the pandemic, so did her plans. This unexpected pause gave us something we had not anticipated: a chance to explore what we had started. During those six months, our friendship transformed into something deeper—something undeniable. It was as if the universe had hit the pause button, giving us time to discover the love that had been waiting for us all along. When she was finally stationed in Italy, the distance could not dim what we had. If anything, our love only grew stronger. Nicholas visited her, and together we embarked on the most beautiful adventure, exploring Italy’s romantic streets, the lush landscapes of Ireland, the fairytale charm of Prague, and the breathtaking beauty of Austria and Denmark. Every place we visited felt like another step on the journey we were destined to share—two hearts, intertwined, finding their way across the world together. Our journey continued when Tatiana returned to join Nicholas in North Carolina. We began a new chapter, with Nic joining the Army and Tatiana transitioning out of the Navy. Now, we are excitedly awaiting the arrival of our baby boy in April, and our home is filled with love, laughter, and the playful energy of our two cats, Zelda and Enzo, and our sweet dog, Fiona. Each day feels like a new beginning, surrounded by the warmth and joy of the life we are building together. We would be honored to have you join us on our special day as we celebrate the next chapter of this beautiful journey we are on together.