It all started back in high school. I was on the search for a prom date for my junior prom. My friends and I were at a SEP basketball game and I saw him. Despite having an afro, I thought Jace was pretty attractive. One of my friends put his number in my phone and I finally got the courage to text him. We also started talking a lot on Snapchat.

Prom was only a few weeks away and I was getting nervous. I finally got the courage (with the help of all of my friends) to go ask Jace to prom. I got his favorite candy and spelled out prom with baseballs. He said yes and we started hanging out more.

Prom came and we had a blast, complete with getting married at after prom. Then on May 16, 2014, we were hanging out and before I left Jace asked me out. I remember getting in my car feeling all giddy and texting my friend group chat. We'd all been waiting for him to ask (similar to proposing). The rest, as they say, is history. We've been on the rollercoaster of life for the last 9 years. We've been through many things that have only helped prepare us for a lifetime together. College adventures, the challenges of basic training and deployment, shared joys, getting a dog, forging new friendships, cherishing old friendships, exploring the world through vacations, navigating loss, welcoming new family members, building careers, and embracing the journey of life together.

Now, as we stand on the cusp of a new chapter, Jace and I eagerly anticipate the journey ahead, surrounded by our cherished friends and family. The rollercoaster of life has prepared us well, and we can't wait to celebrate the love that has stood the test of time with all our favorite people.