Jessica and Guillermo’s love story began in the lively halls of Sterling Middle School, where two quiet souls unknowingly stepped onto the same path. Jessica was the girl who always had a book in hand, finding magic in the margins of every page. Jessica, always tucked into a good book, lived in stories, while Guillermo lived in music and wrestling, his headphones often playing the soundtrack of his day. They were different, but even at twelve, something unspoken clicked between them. High school brought them closer. Their first kiss happened during PE class their freshman year—unexpected, electric, and unforgettable. From that moment on, their story began to write itself in bolder strokes. unexpected and unforgettable. From there, their bond only deepened. They grew up side by side, weathering every season of adolescence with each other—study dates, late-night talks, and dreams about the future they might build together. At 22, Guillermo proposed in the place that had become their favorite refuge—home. It was December 21, 2013, just before Christmas, with soft lights glowing and familiar comforts all around them. No grand gesture, just the kind of heartfelt promise that meant more than anything flashy ever could. In September 2015, they eloped. A simple ceremony with a justice of the peace sealed their vows. No dress fittings or cake tastings, just a promise made with sincerity and joy. It was what they could do at the time, and it was beautiful in its simplicity. But even then, they dreamed of one day saying “I do” again—this time before God, and with all the people they loved surrounding them. Seven years ago, their hearts expanded with the birth of their daughter, Maia. She brought with her a light neither of them knew they were missing. With Jessica’s curious mind and Guillermo’s steady heart, she became their greatest chapter yet. Now, ten years into marriage, Jessica and Guillermo are preparing to renew their vows this September. It’s not a restart—it’s a reaffirmation. A celebration of the journey that began in middle school and weathered every season since. This time, Maia will stand beside them, a living symbol of their love story and the life they built hand in hand. Because some love stories don’t follow the traditional timeline—they follow the heart. And for Jessica and Guillermo, this next chapter is just as sacred as the first. - MOH