Cortland The kitchen buzzes with the vibrant clutter of wedding preparations. Glossy magazines and crumpled notes scatter across the table, testifying to the joyful chaos of planning our special day. Austin sits opposite me, her eyes gleaming with excitement as she flips through bridal magazines. I reach out, gently tucking a stray lock of hair behind her ear, savoring the softness of her cheek beneath my fingertips. Austin's voice, brimming with wonder, fills the room. "I can't believe we're actually doing this," she exclaims, eyes sparkling. "Choosing every detail—from colors to flowers to cake—creating our dream wedding." The counter showcases fabric swatches and magazine cutouts of stunning venues. A subtle aroma of vanilla and fresh blooms lingers, emanating from the cake and bouqu

