Thomas and Alyssa’s story started back in high school. They became close quickly, sharing the kind of connection that just felt easy and familiar. Life took them in different directions, but the connection they shared never really disappeared, it just waited patiently until their paths found each other again. A few years later, their lives crossed once more, and that same spark and sense of comfort returned immediately. Alyssa was studying at NMSU and working as an accounting intern at the City Hall of Las Cruces, while Thomas was attending CNM and working as a fiber optic technician. Even with long hours and busy schedules, he always found time to visit her. Those days together were simple but full of laughter, deep talks, and a feeling that being together just made life better. Not long after, life then took Alyssa on an adventure for a few months through Europe, a journey that filled her with wonder and inspired dreams she never imagined could come true. From the sunlit streets of Spain to the romance of Italy and the charm of the United Kingdom and Ireland, she felt more grateful than ever for the life she was building. Even while she explored, Thomas’s thoughtful messages and encouragement reminded her how deeply he cared. As Alyssa took in each breathtaking view, she found herself excited to return home and see where life might take the two of them. Alyssa has always dreamed of being married near the ocean, and now, as she prepares to marry in Greece, it feels beautifully full circle, turning those distant dreams into something real. The early days of Thomas and Alyssa’s relationship were filled with simple, joyful moments that became some of their fondest memories. It all began with their first date, a fun and adventurous rock climbing outing, where they laughed, challenged each other, and grew closer than ever. From trips to the laundromat, where Thomas would do his laundry while Alyssa kept him company, to grabbing pancakes at Village Inn, they found happiness simply being together. Those days weren’t extravagant or planned, but they were real, small snapshots of love, laughter, and companionship that still hold a special place in their hearts. Over time, Thomas and Alyssa have built more than just a life together. They’ve created a home, a foundation, and a love that continues to grow every year. Alongside them has been Mylo, who quickly became the heart of their little family, teaching patience, teamwork, and unconditional love, lessons that continue to shape them as partners and future parents. From their early days with roommates to moving into an apartment, and finally settling into a home that’s truly theirs, every step has been a reminder of how far they’ve come and how blessed they are. Alyssa has chased her dreams in nursing, and Thomas has worked hard building and growing businesses with his family. Together, they’ve learned the meaning of partnership, balance, and love that is patient, steady, and real. Their families have been a beautiful part of their journey. From the moment Alyssa was embraced by Thomas’s family, and Thomas by Alyssa’s, they both felt a love and acceptance that filled their hearts. In that instant, they knew that these families, this love, were exactly what they had been dreaming of. Together, their families have welcomed each other with open hearts, blending into a foundation of support, joy, and unconditional love that surrounds them every day. Now, as they prepare to marry in Santorini, Thomas and Alyssa are filled with gratitude for the life they’ve built and the adventures still ahead. This is a love that has been tested by time, distance, and life’s twists and turns, and it has only grown stronger. They are each other’s greatest joy, calm, and forever home. And so, with hearts full of love, they can’t wait to celebrate with all of you and begin the next chapter of their story, the one that’s only just beginning.