Nick and Jessica met while attending Saginaw Valley State University. Nick came to SVSU with the goal of playing football. He joined the team as a manager. The following year he walked on the team. With hard work and perseverance, Nick earned a starting safety position and a scholarship. Jessica came to SVSU with the goal of running track. She, like Nick, started as a walk-on, and with hard work and dedication earned her scholarship. They each loved their respective sports and had active social lives on campus. They crossed paths often and enjoyed each other's company, but their love was yet to be realized. Life pulled them in separate directions as Nick graduated and found himself in the world of football coaching. This had not been his intention, but he found his passion in this career. He relocated several times and eventually landed at Grand Valley State in Allendale, MI. He remains at GVSU and has continued to grow and excel in his career. Meanwhile, Jessica graduated and welcomed her son, Brayden, into her world. Starting her career as a single mom was tough but she persevered and found her passion in nursing. She earned her RN licensure and climbed the ranks in healthcare. About 13 years after their last meeting, Fate decided to step in. Nick was scrolling through Facebook during some downtime and happened to see Jessica on his Newsfeed. Something told him to write her a silly message, unsure whether she would reply. Jessica saw the message and was so happy to see the name Nick Postma. She answered that message and the rest was history. They decided to take on the difficult and complicated challenge of a long-distance relationship. Just as in their athletic careers they persevered and worked hard in this relationship. This work paid off and they succeeded! Jessica and Brayden made the move to Allendale, MI. Nick, Jessica, and Brayden (and the cat and dog) have become a new family and look forward to life together.