Once upon a time, in the bustling city of Philadelphia, amidst the chaotic rhythm of life, fate wove a beautiful tapestry of love between two souls – Kanika and Abhi.

Their story began when Kanika, visiting her best friend in Philadelphia for a week, crossed paths with Abhi through mutual friends. Little did they know that brief encounter would ignite a spark that would soon set their hearts ablaze.

Despite the miles that separated them after Kanika returned home to Cincinnati, destiny had other plans. Abhi sought out her number and thus began their nightly rendezvous of heartfelt conversations, stretching into the wee hours of the morning, as they shared dreams, aspirations, and the intricacies of their lives.

As fate would have it, Kanika's journey led her back to Philadelphia, this time as a graduate student at Drexel University, while Abhi was studying at Penn State University. And with her return, the stars aligned, bringing Kanika and Abhi closer together. They embarked on countless adventures together, exploring the vibrant city streets hand in hand, creating memories that would last a lifetime.

A significant turn came when Kanika landed a job at UCSF, catapulting her across the country to San Francisco. This marked the start of a challenging long-distance phase, stretching their meetings from every weekend to every three to five months. Yet, love prevailed when they got engaged while Kanika was still in California. Soon after, Abhi helped her move back to Cincinnati, like a knight in shining armor, ready to bring his love back to her cherished home.

After they arrived back in Cincinnati, their journey took an even more delightful turn as they welcomed a furry bundle of joy into their lives. Like a little ray of sunshine with a playful nature akin to a flower dancing in the breeze, they named her Daisy, a fitting tribute to the brightness and joy she brought into their lives.

Now Kanika and Abhi turn the page to a thrilling new chapter in their lives. In August, Kanika started her doctoral program in clinical psychology in Chicago. Simultaneously, Abhi began his master’s degree in business analytics while continuing his work in Cincinnati. With the wedding date just around the corner, Kanika and Abhi are filled with excitement to be surrounded by all of their friends and family to celebrate their special day together!

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