An anniversary story…

Seventeen years ago, we sold most of our possessions, packed up our li'l Honda Civic, and moved from Portland, Oregon to Atlanta, Georgia. 

Along the way, we made several life-changing stops. We lingered in Las Vegas, winning big on the nickel slots, piling up plates at all-you-can-eat buffets, wandering through “Paris” and “Venice,” AND picking out matching rings. 😲🥂 💒💍💍

Our next destination was Los Angeles for Sprinkles cupcakes, and then it was on to San Diego, where we stood on Coronado Beach, exchanged vows and rings, and promised to love one another through the good times and the not-so-good times.

We’ve since visited the *real* Paris and Venice (+ so many other places we never imagined we'd experience), officially tied the knot in 2013, and continue to grow closer as a couple.

Fast forward 17 years and here we are again, professing our love for one another on a different beach. This time we're overlooking the Mediterranean Sea in Valencia, Spain, the place we currently call home, and toasting with gelato instead of cupcakes. 

We're feeling endlessly grateful for every twist, turn, and wish come true along the way. Life is but a dream. ❤️✨🛣️🚗🧁🎉💍💐🌊💞