A Love Story: From the Back Seat to Forever

It’s hard to believe it’s been almost 9 years since we met. It all started in February 2017, when a mutual friend gave us a ride to school. I still remember the first moment: Jacob being Jacob, insisting I take the back seat, and without a word spoken, just saying “what’s up” before falling into silence for the entire ride. I mean, who would’ve guessed that this random, quiet car ride would be the beginning of something so big?

At that time, we were just two kids—15 and 17—who didn’t know where life would take us. But what we did know is that after that day, we couldn’t stop texting. And we didn’t stop. Ever.

Now here we are, almost a decade later, with two fur babies by our side, and a wedding just around the corner. It feels surreal, but it’s been nothing short of incredible. I think back to that first ride and laugh at how clueless we were about how much this ride of life would change us. And yet, through all the highs and lows, the adventures, the random moments, and the quiet mornings, we never stopped.

I’ve heard it said that love is about finding someone you can’t imagine living without. But for us, I think it’s more like finding someone who makes every day feel like an adventure, even in the most ordinary moments. It’s been 9 years of growing, learning, and loving. And now, we’re about to step into the next chapter, hand in hand, ready for whatever comes next.

As Felicity would say—“It’s about time!”

F&J

Wedding Day

3:30 PM–4:45 PM

Ceremony

5:00 PM–9:00 PM

Reception