Amidst the chaos of the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic, John and Mel found love in the most unexpected of times. With the world on lockdown and everything at a standstill, fate seemed to have a plan of its own. It all began on September 6, 2020, when Melissa received a last-minute invite to a Labor Day bash at their mutual friends. Up until then, John and Mel had been virtual acquaintances, texting occasionally and "reacting" to each others Instagram stories. Even giving each other dating advice (ironically). But as time went on, their casual chats turned into deep conversations. Then came September 6th. John heard Mel was coming to the party and he couldn't shake his nervous excitement. When Mel showed up, she referred to his lifted Ford F250 as a "Peterbilt" and the sparks was undeniable. For the next 5 hours they were inseparable, spending the entire evening lost in conversation by the pool, oblivious to the world around them. That night marked the beginning of a whirlwind romance. And now, as September 6, 2024 approaches, they're excited to celebrate not just the anniversary of their first meeting, but also the beginning of their forever. It's the day they'll exchange vows and embark on the next chapter of their love story.