We met on Brad's first day at ExxonMobil in October 2017. However, it wasn't until our desks moved closer together that we started going to lunch and happy hour. Quickly, we realized our shared interests - being outdoors, playing sports, exploring Houston, eating Tex Mex (and dessert), and traveling. Our first date was at Piada followed by a private golf lesson, from Brad, at Memorial Park driving range.
In May 2020, we road tripped to South Padre Island, Texas with Ozzie (our rescue dog) in tow. Right before we left the oceanfront condo for a delicious dinner, Brad proposed with Ozzie as his witness. South Padre was a particularly meaningful location because it's Anna's childhood beach; filled with memories of her grandparents, Rummikub, fried shrimp, and bocce.