We met in April of 2014, at the end of spring semester. We were introduced by a mutual friend (shout out to Dylan!) and attended a party together later that same night. After dancing for a while, we went outside and lounged on the grassy hill, looking at the stars and talking and talking. Our worlds collided under the stars that night, we became a planet all our own. We bonded over music, art, science and nature, and having deep curiosity for the world and people around us. We stuck together, and created a relationship that has withstood the tests of time, distance, and adversity. We fuel each other and fill our days with laughter- which, I can confirm, is the best medicine. We have built a life we are proud of in Chicago with our two cats, Ringo and Lucius (a.k.a. Lulu, a.k.a. Beans, a.k.a. Twinkle Toes DeVore). There is so much to learn from each other as we continue on our journey around and around the sun. We are so excited to celebrate this love with all of you, our favorite people, in one place! Let the countdown begin <3