We crossed paths thanks to a mutual friend, leading to a story that's now an essential chapter in our journey to forever. It all started when a friend of Tori's came to visit her, as she had just moved to Atlanta from NYC. The friend had plans to meet up with a certain someone, urging Tori to tag along for support. Little did she know, that "someone" would evolve into her now male best friend and the Best Man standing by Justin's side on their wedding day. Tori was hoping to enjoy a quiet night in as she fully intended to party all weekend since her birthday was coming up on the 15th. However, the universe had other plans. As she eagerly awaited her Uber Eats order at home, the best man himself, Marquis, orchestrated a car to pick up her and her friend. They stepped outside just as Tori's food arrived. The girls were enroute to the apartment, where destiny was waiting. The door swung open, and there stood Justin – though not quite the fairytale entrance you would imagine. "My initial impression wasn't exactly love at first sight. To be frank, I couldn't stand him. Justin's distinct blend of standoffishness and sharp wit didn't exactly leave the best first impression. I left that encounter feeling certain that our paths would never cross again." Yet, life had different plans. The very next day, Tori's friend and Marquis were inquiring about her thoughts on Justin. "I found myself baffled – were we even talking about the same person I had met? Apparently, he was quite intrigued and eager for my number. I couldn't believe it. This couldn't be the same individual from the day before." "We exchanged social media handles, initiating a new chapter of our story. His humor and quick wit started chipping away at my initial skepticism, gradually melting my reservations. It wasn't long before we were inseparable, embarking on a journey that has led us to this moment, eager to share our joy with you as we begin our married life together".

So, picture this: we're in Cartagena, Colombia, right? It's Justin's birthday trip, a spur-of-the-moment decision. We land on April 5th, and let me tell you, customs was a nightmare! Three hours stuck in that sweltering building, but hey, it's all part of the adventure, right? So, we finally get through that ordeal, meet our driver, and head to our hotel. And then, out of the blue, Justin drops this bombshell on me: "Hey, we've got plans at 5:30!" I'm like, "Wait, what plans?" I mean, after all I planned this entire trip for him! But little did I know, Justin had something up his sleeve—a surprise proposal! Sneaky, right? Exhausted from the airport ordeal, Justin surprised me with plans for the evening. Unbeknownst to me, he had orchestrated a secret proposal, enlisting the help of my Maid of Honor to lead me to the pier under the guise of a photoshoot. Despite my initial reluctance, I was gently persuaded to participate, unaware of the magic that awaited. So, there I was, getting ready for this supposed photoshoot. And let me tell you, I was not feeling it. After such a long day, all I wanted was to shower, grab a bite to eat and chill. But Justin was determined, and with some convincing from my Maid of Honor, we head out. We end up at this pier, and I'm thinking, "Okay, maybe this photoshoot thing isn't so bad." But then, Justin tells me to close my eyes. I grumbled the whole time, wondering why on earth I had to close my eyes if it was just a photoshoot. I'm like, "Seriously? Why?" Little did I know what was coming next. When I finally opened my eyes, there he was, down on one knee. And then, there it was—the most stunning ring, glistening in the fading light. I was stunned, overwhelmed with joy as he asked me to spend forever with him. I said “yes!” of course, and that's when the magic really kicked in. Sparklers lit up on either side of us, the saxophonist started playing, and it was like something out of a dream, with a photographer capturing every moment. With the sun setting, we set sail, our love story unfolding against the backdrop of Cartagena's beauty. Sometimes, it's okay to see where life takes you, and if we're together, we know it will be an adventure.