I Promise To...
Prenuptial Promises
Make myself responsible for my own happiness or unhappiness.
Surround us with people who believe in and support us, our marriage, and marriage in general.
Communicate the best I can and to make my expectations known.
Honor you as my equal, in all that we do, forever and always.
Validate the entirety of our relationship regardless of the laws in which we live under.
Seize every opportunity to bring you coffee exactly as you like it.
Our Pack
Darcy
Grace
Ethan
Our Framily
Kari & Mark
Joce, I feel like fate brought you into our lives. When I heard that knock on our door, I never imagined I’d end up meeting one of the most amazing people around. Loving, kind, intelligent, loyal - just as gorgeous on the inside as the outside. You are one of my favorite things about life in Tampa. And who would have imagined that you would find someone just as amazing? It brings joy to our hearts to see you and Darcy together. The way you two accept and appreciate one another is an inspiration. We love you both and are so excited for you to start the next step in your journey together! Congratulations!
Rachel & Tim
In life, there are no coincidences. Your souls aligned at the exact time they were meant to. Darcy, you have helped Joce to heal and give her the love and support that so many believe is relegated to the movies. You recognize her beauty, support her creativity and I watch you strive to be the best Step-Parent for Grace and Ethan. Thank you for making my friend happy, and coming into our life as well! Joce, you deserve every bit of happiness this world has to offer. Your sweet, generous spirit belongs in gentle hands. I’m so thankful you have someone who loves and appreciates how amazing you are! May your hearts always be full and you be one another’s safe harbor.
An Irish Blessing..
May the road rise up to meet you.
May the wind be always at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face;
the rains fall soft upon your fields and until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of their hand.
Nicki & Jake
Oh Joce!!! Where do I start? You have been such a great and loving friend these past couple years. I feel so lucky to have stumbled upon your friendship. I am so happy to see you in love and with such a wonderful and strong partner. I can’t wait to see what you two do together as you raise Grace and Ethan and your many many fur babies. It’s an honor to be a part of your love story and journey. I love you both and I am so happy for you.
Elizabeth
Dearest Joce, as I begin typing my thoughts, I am sitting here with a warm smile! I am honored to call you my friend, family, my big sis! When I first met you back in 2008, I knew you had what I wanted- warmth, calm, connection, courage, a light that resonated happiness, joy, and freedom. As we have continued to grow individually and together, I am so grateful our bond has grown. Through the messy and the fun times, the painful and the restorative, through the sillies and tears, God’s got us! I pray today you feel the love and worthiness and joy as you embark on life with sweet Darcy! May Y’all continue to be intentional with your honest and hard conversations that continue to build bridges to come together and honor self and each other! I’m so happy for you two! I love you and pray for many more little bridges to be built into a mighty safe haven of love and tolerance!!
Allison
Joce, we have been friends a long time, and I am so happy you’ve found someone who knows how wonderful you are. I wish you and Darcy all the best. I hope you both have all the love and joy you deserve! ❤️❤️❤️
Beverly & Candi
I am so very happy for the two of you! Joce - you have always been one of the kindest people I know. You always see the good in people. You have such determination and wisdom and you are the sweetest mother to Grace and Ethan. Darcy is so fortunate to share the journey with you. And Darcy, even though we haven’t met in person yet I feel like I know you. You make Joce so very happy. She has nothing but positive things to say about you and your thoughtfulness and kindness. I am so glad the two of you found each other. You both deserve all the happiness in the world and that is my wish for you! Congratulations!
Monir & Michael
Congratulations Joce & Darcy! You two are a perfect match. We are so happy and excited for you both. Welcome to the family, Joce!! Yay!!!
Dolly & Katie
We are so incredibly happy for the two of you! We've know Darcy for a long time and it's so wonderful to see someone as kind and loving as you, Joce, come into her life and support her in ways she's never been supported before. We wish you both all the love and happiness in the world.
Patty & Kamran
Congratulations!! 🎉 May God continue to bless the both of you. Wishing you lot of love, happiness, and peace. ❤️❤️