“A Love Written in the Margins”

The Story of Julianna and Christopher

It all began in a quiet hallway at the College of Staten Island, just outside a night class called British and American Literary Studies. Julianna was sitting on the floor, focused on her notes, preparing for a quiz. She didn’t notice Christopher at first—nervous, hopeful—who approached with what seemed like an innocent question. He asked about the class, pretending to need help, but what he really wanted was to talk to her.

Julianna, kind and focused, thought he was just after her notes. She had no idea that this hallway encounter would be the start of something lasting.

As the weeks passed, they discovered a growing connection—one noticed by more than just the two of them. Their classmates began nudging them together, and their professor—part matchmaker, part poet—asked Christopher to recite love poems in class, always within earshot of Julianna. What started as something small began to bloom into something real.

Over the next eight years, Julianna and Christopher built a life filled with love, laughter, and quiet strength. They moved in together, creating a home that soon welcomed two furry companions—Chance and Ivy, their rescue cats who quickly became part of the family.

They both chose careers in education, dedicating their days to helping others learn and grow, while continuing to grow together themselves. Life became a rhythm of shared mornings, long talks, and support in every season.

Then came one magical evening in Newport, Rhode Island.

For their six-year anniversary, Christopher planned a surprise getaway. In a private, snow-kissed igloo glowing with soft lights and winter wonder, he proposed during a romantic dinner—just the two of them, just as it had always been. Julianna said yes, and the next chapter officially began.

Now, as they look ahead to marriage, Julianna and Christopher dream of building a family and growing old together. They look forward to the small things and the big ones—the quiet joy of home, the laughter of children, and a lifetime of love, written not in poems, but in everyday moments.

The End. Here's to forever!