Alex and Aline met by mere happenstance, having both seized an opportunity to embark on a Caribbean cruise with their respective friends and colleagues, replacing individuals who couldn't make it. This cruise wasn't planned for them, and neither was finding each other. At the time, she lived in Cincinnati and he lived in Miami. While they question whether destiny brought them together, one thing they know for certain is that they both felt something extraordinary in play that weekend. After three days at sea, the cruise returned to dock in Miami. She had a flight to catch, and he was going straight to the office. As they said their goodbyes, Alex quickly responded, "it's not goodbye, it's I'll see you later."
When they first met, they lived over 1,100 miles apart. They would date long-distance for over a year, twice. He'd take another Bar exam, and she'd earn an MBA. They've experienced career changes in between, and two moves. Through all of it, they remained committed to staying together and remained focused on building a loving and prosperous life. Eight years later and happily living in their new home in Nashville, they tie the knot in Brazil.