cheers to forever.

after Tom told me he was likely going to transfer out of state for work after we had been dating for just a few months so he didn't think having a long distance relationship would work. I said to Tom, "Actually, you're going to come to Michigan for Thanksgiving next week as my boyfriend." He showed up. And I knew he was the one.

when I moved into Kaela's apartment and faced some challenges after leaving my job and finding myself in a new chapter. Kaela was able to bring joy and optimism, not only at times I was in resistance to my obstacles, but consistently throughout our relationship.