We met years ago at a high school party, drawn together by a shared love for all things Disney. What started as a simple connection grew into a cherished friendship, even as life pulled us in different directions. While he ventured off to college, I stayed back, cheering him on from afar. It wasn’t until his second year that we realized our bond was something more, and we took the leap into a long-distance relationship. For three years, we managed the miles between us—balancing school, responsibilities, and the longing to see each other—proving that love could thrive despite the distance.

Eventually, our paths led us to Florida, not because we chased each other, but because we followed our dreams. He worked at Disney before landing an exciting role with Universal Creative, while I completed college and joined the Disney College Program. Florida became the backdrop to the life we were building together, filled with magic, hard work, and unwavering commitment. Through every challenge, we saw each other at our best and worst, always choosing to stand by one another. Ours is a story of resilience, love, and the belief that no matter how far apart we started, we were always meant to be.