Alessandra and Michael’s story began in 2022 on Hinge. At the time, Alessandra had already deleted the app after deciding it wasn’t for her, but on a random day, something made her redownload it. She noticed someone had liked her profile and decided to check it out. Little did she know that simple decision would lead her to her future husband. Their connection was instant. What began as playful, sarcastic banter quickly led to their first date—one they both assumed would be just another dinner. Instead, it turned into hours of deep conversations, shared laughs, and maybe a little trauma-dumping. That same night, Alessandra texted a few close friends: "I think I just met my future husband." And she was right. Only a month into dating, Michael received a six-month work assignment in Vermont. A lot to ask of someone he’d just started seeing, but Alessandra never wavered. Her support during that time showed Michael just how strong their bond was. It was in those months apart that he realized: she was the one. Fast forward to October 2024, Michael was on another work trip in Cape Coral when he made the decision to buy the ring. He called Alessandra’s mom, Jackie, and told her he was ready to propose. Over the next few months, he quietly designed her dream ring, asked for blessings from the people closest to her, and carefully dodged every one of her proposal suspicions. But of course, nothing goes completely to plan. On the afternoon of the proposal—April 6, 2025—just hours before heading out, Alessandra thought the date was canceled. Frustrated and caught off guard, she started venting: her hair wasn’t done, her makeup was coming out the way she hoped, and she didn’t have a new outfit for this “rescheduled” date. Meanwhile, Michael’s blood pressure hit new heights. Staying calm while trying to keep the surprise alive was no small task—but in that chaotic moment, he thought to himself: If I can survive this, I’m ready for anything life throws at us. That day, he led her to the stunning Deering Estate, where their mothers and a hidden photographer were quietly waiting. There, in the middle of a dreamlike setting, Michael got down on one knee and asked her to be his forever. And now, their love story continues, bringing us to this moment, surrounded by the people they love most, as they say “I do” on November 6, 2026.