**A Celebration of Love**
The morning of the housewarming party dawned with a sky painted in soft pinks and golds, promising a beautiful day ahead. Claire stood on the porch, gazing out at the ocean as the waves gently kissed the shore. The house was ready, the garden was in full bloom, and for the first time in what felt like forever, she felt like everything was finally falling into place.
Today wasn’t just about showing off the newly renovated home—it was about celebrating the life she and Ethan were building together, surrounded by the people who had watched them grow, who had known them since childhood. It was a day to honor the past while fully embracing the future.
Claire turned to see Ethan stepping out onto the porch, his smile warm and his eyes full of love. “Are you ready for today?” he asked, slipping his arms around her waist and pulling her close.
She leaned into him, resting her head against his chest. “I am,” she said softly. “It feels like we’ve been preparing for thi
