We met by chance at a party held by mutual friends in late 2019. Caroline asked for his phone number and they made plans to hangout. After a few dates, we started our relationship with a kiss when the ball dropped on New Years, welcoming the start of 2020. The next four years included back and forth between South Carolina and California, great adventures, and a blossoming love. Early on the morning of July 21st, Joseph prepared a backpack, which he assured Caroline he was bringing to carry their water, for an early morning walk above the flower fields. Once they arrived, Caroline made her way to one of the first view points, but was moved along by Joseph saying the final viewpoint was his favorite. They continued to the end of the walkway and looked out at the Carlsbad coastline. Joe offered Caroline the water and in his head thought, “well, it’s not going to pull itself out.” Joseph pulled out the ring and popped the question; Caroline couldn’t get her “yes!” out fast enough.