Joshua always dreamed of being a Soldier.

Joshua graduated high school June 1st 2019. He left to join the United States Army June 2nd 2019.

They never had a conversation on whether they would stay together or not, they both wanted to, and they continued to be together throughout all of basic. Having written hundreds of letters to each other in 4 months, they became our most prized possessions and our only way of communication. Our relationship helped Joshua make it through training.

Hope and Prayer helped Danielle stay strong, as the family lost her Grandmother that September. Cell loved Joshua and always wished we would get married when Danielle was old enough.

October 10th 2019 Joshua graduated basic training from Fort Benning in Columbus Georgia. He was a Calvary Scout in the US Army, stationed in Vilseck Germany from October 2019 to August 2022. Joshua enjoyed his time in the Army, made many friends and memories and served honorably.

Danielle finished high school and continued to go to Georgia Southern University in Savannah Georgia.

In August 2022 Joshua left the Army and returned home for the FIRST TIME (thanks COVID)! Danielle and Joshua were reunited at Hartsfield International Airport after 1,047 days of being long distance with no visits, just countless hours on Facetime, endless prayers, and a real will to make it last no matter what !

D&J