Zuki and I first met in gym class at Philip Burton High School; his Junior year and my Sophmore year. We didn't really cross paths until we were forced to sit next to each other in P.E.  He had me at hello.  No, but really, I wasn't immediately attracted to him, but his corny jokes and "game" made him more interesting.  Fifteen years later, we are getting married, and are so blessed to have the support of our family and friends.  It has been a long time coming, and I can't imagine spending the rest of my life with anyone else.

To my future husband, and love of my life, I promise to cook you burnt hot dogs when you are hungry, or heat up oodles of noodles. I will keep my shoes and makeup collection to a minimum, or at least try.  In return, please remember that I am always right!  GLAZE.

Gail and I met during our Phillip Burton days. I was a junior, and she was a sophomore. She was close friends with my cousin Yaya Aly, who had passed away at the time. Gail stood by my side through the sad, confused, and dark times. She was my light at the end of the tunnel. She told me that if I ever needed someone to talk to, then she will always be there for me. Gail, you are my light.

Gail has always been my source of power, comfort, and inspiration. After meeting Gail, and asking her out on our first date, I recall that I felt like I could change the world. Fifteen years later, I now realize that I can't live without her, which is not long at all, is it?

On a serious note, I want everybody, especially you, Gail, to know how extremely lucky I am right now. I am so lucky to have found you. You're the woman I've always dreamed of waking up with; eating breakfast with; the woman I want to hurry home to every evening; the face I want to see, and chat with until I fall asleep. Gail, you helped me realize how wonderful it is to have someone to dream with; to manage our common household with; and to raise children with in the future.

And thus, I am first and foremost, grateful to Gail for the love she has filled me with all these years, and for agreeing to become my wife. I have my faults, and yet against all sensible judgment, she agreed to marry me. I hope this will be the beginning of many happy years spent together.