What started as their annual anniversary trip to St. Pete Beach, Florida turned into a tale of unexpected surprises and a forever "yes". On the first day, after a long travel day, Alex couldn't help but notice Chris acting strangely before dinner. She spotted what seemed to be his wallet in one pocket and a mysterious box-shaped item in the other. Curiosity piqued, but she decided to let the evening unfold naturally and went inside to get ready, trying to shake off the suspense. Plot twist: nothing happened. The following night they had a romantic dinner planned at a rooftop restaurant with breathtaking views of the beach. "Surely, he'll do it then," Alex thought, eagerly anticipating the moment. But Chris had other plans. The next day, after a leisurely stroll on the beach and a relaxing afternoon by the pool, they prepared for their usual happy hour at Jimmy B's Beach Bar. As they were about to leave their condo, Alex turned to close the door and was stunned to find Chris on one knee, holding out the box in question with the most beautiful ring imaginable. This was the moment she had dreamed of since she was a little girl. Through tears of joy and laughter, Alex managed to say "yes, yes, a million times... yes." The celebration continued at Jimmy B's Beach Bar, where fellow patrons congratulated as the band played a special song just for them. An older couple, catching wind of the joyous occasion, insisted on buying them drinks to toast to their future together. They didn't end up making it to the romantic, rooftop dinner that night, but they wouldn't have it any other way. The next (and last) day they found a photographer who just so happened to be available for sunset photos. Not available, though, was Chris's beard trimmer.. hey, he was on vacation! And so, amid the sunsets and the sea breeze, their love story took a beautiful turn, forever tied to the sands of St. Pete Beach.