Shayla and Adrian's love story feels like destiny as God intervened to bring them together in the most unexpected of times.

Unbeknownst to them, but known by God, their story would begin in the hallways of high school, where Adrian, the star basketball player, and Shayla, the spirited cheerleader, orbited each other without ever truly crossing paths. Little did they know, God had a grand plan in store for them.

As they ventured into adulthood, attending different universities and carving out their paths, fate continued to weave its intricate web. Despite the physical distance, there was an invisible thread binding their hearts, drawing them closer with each passing year.

Then in April 2020, amid a world in turmoil, with the pandemic reshaping how we connect, Shayla and Adrian found themselves brought together through the magic of social media. A chance encounter during an Instagram live gathering put on by a mutual acquaintance of theirs sparked a revelation—they shared the same hometown, and some mutual friends, yet had never met.

Their initial conversations unfolded effortlessly, from long texts to hour-long phone calls. Unable to embark on traditional dates due to lockdown measures, they found solace in simple pleasures—facetime dates, then on to strolls in the park, indulging in ice cream, spades tournaments with family/friends, and losing track of time beneath the stars by the shore at their favorite beach(pictured above).

Before long, what began as a virtual connection blossomed into something real and tangible. In June 2020, amidst uncertain times, they took a leap of faith and declared their love for each other, becoming an "official" couple in life's adventure.

Over the next three years, their bond deepened with every shared moment—laughter echoing through the air, tender gestures of affection, and the unwavering support they offered one another through life's highs and lows.

And then, on a day filled with love as Shayla was obtaining her Master's Degree, Adrian knelt before Shayla in front of his/her family, offering her not just a ring, but a promise of forever. With pure excitement and initial shock of the moment, Shayla whispered a resounding "yes," sealing their love in a moment that felt like the culmination of a lifetime of waiting.

As they prepare to embark on the next chapter of their love story, Shayla and Adrian stand hand in hand, before God, ready to embrace the future with open hearts and unwavering devotion—a testament to the power of love's enduring strength and the beauty of finding your soulmate through God's alignment and timing.

We cant wait to celebrate as we come before God with family and friends to begin our forever.

Registry