It was a warm, sunny day in July 2014 when our paths first crossed. Perla, with her bright smile and vibrant energy, was interviewing for a job opportunity at Legacy Volleyball Club. Little did she know, as she walked towards the office, she was also walking into Joel's heart. Joel couldn't help but fall instantly in love with her from the very first glance.

Though the flames of love didn't ignite immediately into a blazing fire, something special had indeed sparked that day. We began as friends, bonding over our shared passion for volleyball. Coaching together, we formed a deep connection, built on mutual respect and a myriad of shared moments, both on and off the court. Through the years, despite the busy whirlwind of life, we maintained regular contact, a testament to the strong bond that was forming between us.

A Friendship That Withstood Distance

In 2016, life's journey took Perla to St. Louis, MO, a move that could have been a hurdle for many. Yet, our friendship not only endured but also flourished. The miles between us seemed insignificant as we continued to share our lives with each other, proving that true connections know no boundaries.

A Pandemic That Brought Us Closer

Then came the pandemic, a period that tested relationships worldwide. For us, it became an unexpected silver lining, a time that brought us even closer together. We found solace and joy in our daily conversations, sharing laughs, dreams, and even the mundane details of our day-to-day lives. It was during this time, amidst the chaos of the world, that we truly discovered the depth of our feelings for each other.

Joel, ever the romantic, convinced Perla to visit NY, a trip that would turn out to be the beginning of our beautiful love story. Being together, away from the constraints of our regular lives, we found ourselves immersed in the love that had been quietly blooming between us all along.

The Beginning of Forever

On a day filled with love and a hint of nervous excitement, February 2, 2022, Perla took a leap of faith and asked Joel to be her man. It was a moment of pure joy, a step towards a future we both dreamed of.

Our journey took an even more exciting turn on September 29, 2023, when Joel proposed to Perla. It was a proposal filled with love, hope, and dreams of a lifetime spent together, a beautiful testament to our journey from friends to soulmates.

Here We Are

As we stand on the threshold of a new chapter in our lives, we look back at our journey with gratitude. From the moment we met at Legacy Volleyball Club to the countless conversations that brought us closer during the pandemic, to the day we decided to spend the rest of our lives together, every step has been a beautiful part of our story.

We are excited to celebrate our love with all of you, our family and friends, who have supported and loved us along the way. Our story is a reminder that love can find you when you least expect it and that true love is always worth waiting for.

Join us as we step into this new chapter of our lives, hand in hand, heart in heart, ready to face whatever life throws our way, together, forever.