Bonding over our love for wings, Uno, and travel, we connected online and the rest is history! We met for our first date in Columbus to try out different wing flavors and talk late into the evening which let us know our connection was special. Countless dates and adventures led to Thomas asking A'va to be his girlfriend over dessert at Texas De Brazil. Three years later here we are - ready to tie the knot and spend forever together!

On the grounds of the Biltmore Estate, Thomas got down on one knee and asked A'va to spend forever together. For over 5 months he was able to keep the secret with the help of her friends and family by making her think she was going on a "girls trip" in Asheville, NC. He surprised her with the support of family and friends for a moment to remember. There was a little sprinkle of rain, but showers of love and celebration!