Every story has a beginning, and ours began with a classroom, a friend turned matchmaker named Tresa Pippin, and an unexpected message on Instagram. As a teacher, my life was filled with lessons, grading, and parent-teacher meetings. But when I wasn't talking about assignments and curriculums, I was often listening to my friend and coworker, Tresa, singing praises of a certain someone – Tommy. Tommy, it turns out, was Tresa’s brother-in-law. Tresa always believed that Tommy and I would make the perfect match. "You two would hit it off," she would insist! Despite her assurances, the thought of dating Tommy never really crossed my mind. After all, who takes their coworker's matchmaking suggestions seriously, right? However, one fateful day, driven by a mix of curiosity and perhaps a bit of serendipity, I decided to send Tommy a message on Instagram. What started as a simple "Hello" led to deeper conversations and before we knew it, we were planning our very first date. And not just any date – Supercross! The roar of the engines, the electrifying atmosphere, and two hearts trying to outpace each other. That night, amid the adrenaline and excitement of the races, Tommy and I discovered an undeniable connection. Our conversations flowed effortlessly, and our laughter echoed in perfect harmony with the thrills of the event. It felt as if the universe had conspired to bring us together at the right time and place. From that night on, we became inseparable. Our days were brighter, our nights warmer, and our hearts fuller. We realized that sometimes, life has its way of surprising us with beautiful moments when we least expect them. And so, here we are, about to embark on our most exciting journey yet. We owe a special thanks to Tresa for seeing the potential in us long before we saw it in ourselves. Here’s to new beginnings, unwavering love, and the power of a simple Instagram message. Join us as we celebrate our love story, the start of our forever.