Our journey began in 2016, when we met as freshmen at a New Student Orientation event called Olive Branch at Spelman College and Morehouse College. We were both from California, yet it took us traveling across the country to Atlanta to finally cross paths. What started as a friendship blossomed over time, and by December of that same year, we took the leap into something more—officially beginning our relationship and building the foundation of a love we cherish every day. Over the next eight years, we grew together, navigating life’s ups and downs, supporting each other through personal and professional milestones, and creating countless memories along the way. From spontaneous adventures to quiet nights at home, our bond has only deepened with time. In July of 2024, surrounded by love and the shared hope for a beautiful future, we got engaged, marking the beginning of a new chapter in our journey together.