It feels surreal to be here today, knowing that this moment is the culmination of everything we’ve been through together. Our story began back in senior year of high school, when we first crossed paths in 1st Period Study Hall. It was just a passing moment then, but little did we know that one look, one conversation, would set the course for the rest of our lives.

We spent that last bit of high school building something special, and as graduation approached, life sent us in different directions. But the bond we shared was undeniable, and we both knew that whatever distance lay between us, we would find a way to make it work. And we did—through late-night phone calls, surprise visits, and countless texts that kept us connected. Even when life got tough, especially during the pandemic, we found strength in each other. While the world around us was uncertain, one thing was clear: we were in this together.

We grew stronger with every challenge we faced, and it became clear that this was not just some chapter of our lives—it was our story, one we were writing every day with every decision, every sacrifice, and every laugh.

So, our wedding day feels like the inevitable next step. We’ve been through so much together, and we’ve come out of it even more sure that we are meant to be. It wasn’t always easy, but every moment was worth it. And now, with all of you, the people we love most, we get to celebrate this new chapter!