We met in the heart of our hometown at a local pizza joint. I worked the front counter, while he manned the kitchen. Many slow shifts allowed us time to bond over shared interests. Soon small talk turned to playful flirting, and amidst the awkwardness there was laughter. In those moments we found a connection.

We decided to take a weekend trip to one our favorite places in celebration of 3 years spent together. On an evening stroll along the beach to watch the sunset, I turned around to find him down on one knee. I immediately started to cry happy tears and from there we were engaged.