Ruby and Derricks love story began at just 17, they found themselves drawn to each other through shared interests and mutual friends. Their connection was immediate, and soon they were inseparable, spending countless hours talking about their dreams and future.

However, life had other plans. When Derrick moved to Corvallis for college, and Ruby moved to Portland, the distance proved challenging. Despite their best efforts, the physical separation took its toll, and they decided to part ways, though their feelings for each other never truly faded.

Years passed, and both Ruby and Derrick grew and changed, but neither could forget the bond they once shared. At 21, Derrick moved back home, and fate seemed to give them another chance. They reconnected, and it was as if no time had passed at all. Their love rekindled with even greater intensity, built on the foundation of their shared history and the maturity theyd gained over the years.

In 2023 Derrick proposed to Ruby. With tears of joy and hearts full of love, they knew this time was forever. Their journey, marked by separation and reunion, had only made their bond stronger, leading them to a future filled with endless possibilities and unwavering love. They are the proud parents of their two cats, Millie and Milo, and live in one of their favorite cities. Excited for what is to come in the future.