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It all began on the other side of the world in Okinawa, Japan. Christian was serving in the Marine Corps, and I was working as a contractor while also picking up a second job at a local bar. Our paths crossed there, but we didn’t speak much—our interactions were brief, and mostly consisted of me cashing him out. I honestly don’t even remember it (but he swears I did!). Still, I knew who he was, even if we never exchanged more than a quick hello. 	After Christian was stationed in 29 Palms, California, and returned to the United States at the end of 2019, I remained in Okinawa until 2021, before eventually moving to Maryland. It wasn’t until his departure that Christian added me on social media (he says he was too shy to talk to me in person!). Our online connection was casual, just occasional messages like “hope you’re doing well!” and funny TikToks shared back and forth. Even when life took us in different directions, we stayed connected by liking and supporting each other’s posts. 	From early 2021 to 2023, we didn’t talk, but we followed along with each other’s lives quietly from afar. That is, until mid-2023, when I noticed Christian posted he was in DC. I reached out to ask what he was doing on the East Coast—and that was the moment everything shifted. From that point on, we began texting regularly. 	Even though I kept making excuses about being too busy to hang out (sorry, babe!), Christian was always patient, consistent, and unwavering. Despite my best efforts to avoid falling for him, I couldn’t help it—he quickly became the person I wanted to talk to the moment I got off work, the one who crossed my mind when I saw something cute, and the reason I found myself checking my phone just to see if hed texted. It all came to a head in November 2023 when Christian invited me to his housewarming party. And that’s when we both realized: we absolutely needed to be together. It was like everything clicked into place. From that moment on, we knew we were meant to be. We’re not just a perfect match—we share brain cells. And so, the rest is history. Our journey may have started on opposite sides of the world, but it was always leading us back to each other. And we couldn’t be more excited for this next chapter together.

Our Invisible String Love Story

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Becca has been one of my closest friends for years—our journey together began back in middle school! Though we didn’t become inseparable until high school, there’s something about those shared moments that laid the foundation for a friendship that has only grown stronger with time. Life threw us some curveballs along the way, but fate had a way of bringing us back together in our early twenties, and we've been a steady force in each other’s lives ever since.

Becca is the friend I can turn to when I need to vent, the one who always has a logical answer when I’m seeking clarity, and the person I trust most when it comes to spiritual guidance. She’s not just a friend—she’s a rock, a constant presence who grounds me, uplifts me, and reminds me of what really matters.

I truly can’t imagine my big day without Becca by my side, playing the special role she has in my heart. She’s been there for the highs and lows, the laughter and tears, and I’m so grateful to have her standing with me as I take this next step in my journey.

(Fun Fact; This picture is from prom 2011, we went to prom as besties!)

Rebecca Dearien

Adrianna Rich

Hailey Beswick

Natalie Prince

Sierra Barela

Katelynn Parker

Makenzie Lewis

Halie Lester

Devin June

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Krissy & Christian

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