We met freshman year—two competitive, funny, energetic people who quickly became part of each other's lives. It all started with a first formal, and a connection that neither of us could quite shake. Throughout college, our story was a bit of a winding road. We dated on and off, learning about love, life, and each other as we grew up side by side.

After graduation, we went our separate ways for a time. It wasn’t easy, but it was necessary. We both needed space to grow individually—to figure out who we were outside of “us.” But even apart, something never felt finished. God had written a story bigger than we could see at the time.

In His perfect timing, we found our way back to each other— thank you Givens’ wedding. We’ve built our relationship on faith, friendship, and a deep respect for each other. Putting God at the center has not only strengthened our bond, but continues to bless our journey in ways we couldn’t have imagined.

We've grown up together—and now, we get to keep growing, side by side, for the rest of our lives.