The Ring

The Ring

Justin gazed fondly into her eyes, holding the ring in his hand. It was merely a toy ring but, to him and Randi, it meant the world. They put them on

necklaces, while sitting at Disney World's Magic Kingdom.

Justin and Randi were riding on Cinderella's horse drawn carriage, days before Valentines.

After this, their world turned upside down. Valentine's Day, their young hearts were broken. The youngsters became separated.

He remembered a cool brisk day in Orlando, Florida. Valentine’s Day was here again. He despised it. He missed his girl that was left behind.

Their relationship was a storybook unfolding. It should’ve been a happily ever after. In his heart, he knew Randi was the one.

Their parent’s broke the news, Randi's family was moving, leaving the children in dismay. The twosome had become closer over the Disney venture. They didn't

let the other out of their sight.

Valentine's Day her family departed. He barely remembered it. Justin was four years old, and morning was not his favorite time of day. He cried as they packed the car, and so did Randi.

Justin walked to her, giving her a kiss, his first kiss. He told her he loved her, as he wiped tears. He promised he’d never take off his ring, and would always remember her.

His tears increased, as his mother lifted him into her arms. Lynn comforted Justin, stroking his blond curls with her fingers, while his head rested sleepily on her shoulder. He waved goodbye, rubbing his eyes.

He trembled, as Lynn placed him in his bed.

Justin tried to keep contact with her, though it was hard. Justin never gave up hope of seeing her.

All through school, he met several nice girls. They all questioned him about his ring that he wore. One girl tried to get him to take off his ring. He refused. Justin hid it, during gym class, under his shirt. Randi didn't take off her ring either.

When Justin was eleven, he tried out for Star Search. Millions of kids auditioned, but Justin was one of two kids from his home town of Milington, Tennesee that made the cut. He didn't win, but wrote to Randi and told her to watch. She did.

She smiled seeing him wearing the ring. It meant he was in love with her. Justin preformed a country song called "Achy Breaky Heart", and secretly dedicated it to his girl, Randi.

While at "Star Search," Justin discovered they were doing auditions for the Mickey Mouse Club. Justin auditioned, and scored singing "When a Man Loves a Woman." He chooses this song for his girl.

Justin fell for a fellow Cast-mate, Britney. She kissed him, but Justin remained reluctant. He managed for several months to have a non -serious relationship. The partnership developed, but Justin never removed the ring.

The Mickey Mouse Club had a party for the cast members. Justin, of course, went. He becomes interested in another girl named Danielle. Once again, Justin avoided too much of a relationship with a girl. He had a feeling that if he became attached to her, he'd lose his true love. Justin did fall in love with Danielle, but it didn't last. Justin could tell that she merely liked him for his celebrity status, and soon discovered she had another boyfriend. This crushed him.

Two years later, the show ended, with Justin returning home. He received a call from a long time buddy, Chris. Chris asked if he wanted to join a group. Justin agreed, suggesting Chris let his friend J.C. in the band. Chris liked the idea.

J.C. recommended his pal Joey joins. Justin and J.C. went to watch Joey along side their present manager, Lou Pearlman. Lou was impressed by Joey's acting and singing talent. Joey was best friends with J.C., and wanted to be a part of this group.

This took up Justin's time. He didn't think about girls much. Justin was happy that the fifth member, Lance, who joined the group at the last minute, had girl problems. Justin looked to Lance, and the other guys, for advice on love and friendships.

*NSYNC became a success overseas, and in the States. He had swarms of female fans. They weren't whom he adored.

Britney returned, as the opening act for *NSYNC. Their passion grew. Britney couldn't get Justin to take off his ring.

Justin hid it, so she couldn’t see it. He wanted a love to last. Justin dated Britney for two years! She cheated on him months before he released his solo album.

Meanwhile, Randi had remained true. She prayed he loved her. She was excited to see him, at his concert. She missed the meet and greet.

She looked down at her necklace, and wanted to cry, but someone called her name. It was Justin.

He smiled and showed his ring, around his neck.

They hugged, and went backstage. They chatted until the show.

Justin brought Randi out, and sang "Still on My Brain", to her.

After this night, Randi and Justin started seeing each other often.

One special Valentine's Day, their hearts became whole again. Justin was promoting his album. It didn't take long before Justin purposed. It was one year

ago on Valentine's Day that they found each other. He felt it fitting to purpose on that day. She accepted.



In preschool, all the kids wanted to learn how to write a letter to a friend. The youngsters were far too little to write a true letter, but they tried hard to

make one. Justin's letter only had a few words, but it was very sweet. .

Justin recalls their first love letter to each other, on the day of their wedding. He takes a wrinkly piece of paper out of his tux pocket, and reads it.

Dere Justin,

yur my best frend. I luv u for eder.

Luv,

Randi

Randi remembers the letter. She recalls the letter he wrote to her, at that tender age.

Dere Randi,

I luv u. And will alwayze.

Luv,

Justin

The wedding that they have been dreaming of is now a reality. It's a day they'll never forget. To this day Randi and Justin continue to wear their rings

around their necks, as a symbol that they will always love each other!