On this day, October 27th, two paths will converge. Two stories, two hopes, two mid-lifers finding love: Two becoming one.

This day was evident from the start; an intermingling of the most natural sort. Beyond the clear energy of our initial meeting, far deeper than the stillness of shared silence, we share in the abiding joy of being seen. Seen and received. Seen and honored. Seen and celebrated.

This day seals our chapter of courtship; it turns the page into Father's ongoing grace. "Story" is a word that means something to both Tondra and I. From reading her book, to giving her mine...our stories have always been front and center. Every chapter. Every victory. Every lesson. Through it all, we continue to echo one unifying theme: Father is for us - His lovingkindness can be trusted.

This day teems with excitement; a chance to stand in the warmth of laughter and the comfort of friends. A chance to step into God's best; a chance to sense His smile and celebrate His love. In vulnerability, our bond was forged. In trust, we step further into Father's heart - trusting His grace and truth to be our beacon and anchor, our heartbeat and lifeblood.

This is our day. A day to celebrate. A day to remember. A day to announce that our stories will become one. One, as husband and wife. One, in dreams and aspirations. One, to the testimony of the gospel. One, to the praise of our Heavenly Father.