For those unfamiliar with Sidelines, it was a popular college bar in Arcata, CA, best known for its lively Pint Nights every Thursday. It was the go-to spot for Dani and Christiana, who often visited with their friends to unwind and enjoy one too many drinks. One night, while Christiana was being her usual outgoing self, she noticed Dani across the bar and thought, "Who is that? I’ve never seen this person here before!" (Being a Sidelines regular, she knew almost everyone.) Though the details are a bit hazy, Christiana made the first move, approaching Dani and starting to dance with her. They hit it off, and after some conversation—during which Dani promised to teach Christiana how to play pool—Dani asked for her number. Their first date took place back at Sidelines, but this time during the day, giving the encounter an almost chaotic charm. They spent hours playing pool, feeding the jukebox, and bonding over their mutual love for PartyNextDoor. However, life got in the way, and they lost touch for three months. Eventually, Dani reached out to Christiana on Snapchat. By then, Christiana had moved back to the Bay Area after graduating, while Dani remained in Humboldt. They exchanged numbers again, and soon after, Dani traveled to the Bay Area for training. This gave them the chance to reconnect and have their second “first date” at Urban Putt in San Francisco. Though Dani had to return to Humboldt after her training, they were determined to make things work, managing a long-distance relationship for a year and a half. In May 2021, Dani and Christiana took the next step and moved into their first home together in Concord, CA. Two years later, on March 19, 2023, during a trip to Paris, Dani proposed to Christiana at the top of the Eiffel Tower. To celebrate their engagement, they hosted a party in San Francisco with close family and friends. And on September 23, 2023, Christiana turned the tables, proposing to Dani in front of their loved ones.