Our story began as teenage friends, slowly growing into love. When we found out we were expecting, life got real fast. But instead of giving up, we stepped up—choosing each other, facing the challenges, and building a life together. Through struggles and triumphs, we became partners, parents, and a team. Now, 25 years later, our bond is stronger than ever. It’s not perfect, but it’s real—rooted in love, respect, and the life we’ve built side by side.

It’s hard to choose just one memory—we’ve shared so many beautiful moments over the years. We truly cherish all the time we have together, whether it’s big milestones or quiet days at home. Many of our favorite memories involve our kids, since we’re such a close-knit family. But honestly, any time it’s just the two of us feels special. Whether we’re out on a date or just talking late into the night, those simple moments mean the most.

With $20,000, we’d finally take time for ourselves. We’d put some in savings, pay off a few bills, and spoil ourselves with a trip somewhere warm and exotic. We never had a honeymoon—got married with a three-year-old and jumped right into life. Now that we’re newly empty nesters, this would be the perfect time to reconnect, relax, and celebrate everything we’ve built together. It would truly be a once-in-a-lifetime treat just for us.