At last...

James and Stephanie grew up in the same neighborhood and went to the same grade schools. As far as either one can remember, they've always "known of" each other. However, they didn't become friends until college when they both attended USF. This is where Stephanie became best friends/roommates with James' older sister, Lauren. Because of her friendship with Lauren, they would see each other pretty often, but neither were single at the time nor did they see each other in that way...yet. After college, they went on a group trip to Mexico with Lauren. It was there that they got to know each other a little better than the in-passings of college. Several months later, James invited Stephanie and a friend out on his brother's boat for the day and soon after, the friendship line was crossed. They couldn't deny their attraction, how much fun they had together, and understood each other. James proposed on May 3rd, 2023 in Venice, Italy! They can't wait to celebrate with all of their favorite people in October.