We met during our first day of freshman orientation at Rice! We were friends for a long time and we bonded over our different Mexican cultures (hence the 'bolillo' or 'birote' argument). Even before we started dating, having the other person around always felt like having a little piece of home. Eventually, we made it official and have spent our last three years growing and learning together and bonding over our love of food (but we still haven't settled the 'bolillo'/'birote' argument)!

We went out to have a special date day! Walking around the mall, trying different foods and desserts, and just enjoying the weather. At the end of the day, we ended up at Scenic Drive during sunset. It was the most beautiful sight, looking over the city while the sky turned different colors. With our masks on, Carlos told me how much he loved me and asked me to marry him. Of course I said yes!