Once upon a time, in the bustling of high school, I crossed paths with a charming fellow named Brad. He was from Watervliet, and I was from Coloma. We shared mutual friends, but little did we know there was a secret admiration brewing between us, unbeknownst to either of us.

As the years flew by and we found ourselves navigating the twists and turns of our twenties, fate decided to intervene once again. We gave dating a shot, but alas, it seemed the timing just wasn't right.

But as they say, absence makes the heart grow fonder. In 2019, thanks to the wonders of social media, Brad and I reconnected on Facebook. It was like a breath of fresh air, rediscovering an old friend.

Eager to catch up and see where this newfound connection could lead, we decided to embark on a first date adventure. Opting for a local restaurant we hadn't visited in years seemed like the perfect choice – until we realized it was louder than a rock concert!

Undeterred by the noise, we improvised. Seeking refuge in Brad's car, we found ourselves immersed in conversation for hours on end. It was as if time stood still as we laughed, shared stories, and rekindled the connection that had been lying dormant for so long.

And from that moment on, our love story began anew. From high school crushes to failed romances to late-night car chats, our journey has been anything but conventional. But isn't that what makes it all the more special?

As we embark on this next chapter together, we invite you to join us in celebrating our love and the adventures that lie ahead. Because in the end, it's not about the destination – it's about the journey, and we couldn't be more excited to see where it takes us.

Here's to love, laughter, and happily ever after!

July 21, 2019

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