Carlo was invited to play beach volleyball at the Sparks Marina with the Chavez family. Little did he know, the youngest sister was going to be there (me!). The entire time, he swooned me with his good looks and volleyball skills. He was later invited to join the family on a trip to Great America where the interest became mutual. Jump forward seven years, and we are happily engaged and ready for what life brings us.

We went on a beautiful, relaxing trip to Florida. One day, at the beach, Carlo asked me to join him for a swim. I am terrified of the ocean, so I did not make it out very far and Carlo just kept swimming. Before I knew it, he swam back to me and swept me off my feet. He held me, on one knee, pulled the ring out of his pocket (yes we were still in the water!). He asked me to marry him and I said of course.