Yesterday, news broke that a formal request to review and overturn Obergefell v. Hodges made its way to the Supreme Court. I wish I could say I was surprised. Thankfully, on December 27, 2024, my wife and I legally wed in New York City. It was a beautiful celebration with our families—a day that was truly the happiest of my life, even if it was tinged with sentiments of fear. Moving forward, we will continue living our life together as a family and prepare ourselves for whatever may come.

Wednesday morning, I woke up and the first thought that sprung to mind was: “I’m supposed to try on wedding dresses today, but I don’t know if I can legally get married next year.” I felt a tightness in my chest and the start of tears as I grappled with what my life as a gay, engaged woman would look

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