We met in middle school, fell in love in university โ our story is a long one, and every chapter is worth telling.
These past two years have been a winding path in our lives, but we supported each other, helped each other along, and made it to where we are now.
Thinking back to our last anniversary โ we were still video-calling, eating Qiaojiao beef hotpot together through a screen, and it still felt so special. I tried hard to recall what we did for our first anniversary, but couldnโt remember โ checked Photos and realized we were probably in lockdown then.
This past year marked the beginning of our travel journey: Shanghai, Suzhou, Nanjing, Beijing, Yangzhou, Sanya, Haikou, and soon, Changsha. Our travel style has evolved โ from chasing hot spots to wandering through local alleys. The restaurants loved by locals are no less than the famous ones. Weโve started enjoying museums too, with audio guides โ exploring the history of each region is truly fascinating.
I think of the lockdown in Shanghai โ we cooked together, lived together, sharing both joy and frustration. In Suzhou, we witnessed the end of the lockdown, got infected, but pulled through, and spontaneously went on a perfect Disney trip. Even tough times are filled with warmth and passion when Iโm with Xiao Li(ๅฐ็).
Our trip to Hainan was absolutely beautiful โ unforgettable moments every single day. The Nanhai Guanyin statue, the crystal-clear waters and diving at Wuzhizhou Island, the spur-of-the-moment trip to Qionghai, and the bustling night markets of Haikou. The sky always seemed to meet the sea โ I felt like I could eat another bowl of Qingbuliang, and each place had its own unique take on fried snacks. Watching two nights of concerts with Xiao Li was like writing a perfect chapter in the story of my youth โ a memory Iโll cherish for life.
The road of long-distance is a long one, but we wonโt give up easily. Weโve had arguments, but far more sweet moments โ weโre destined to be each otherโs one and only. I love you. Happy 2nd anniversary ๐.