Like any great rom-com, their story begins with a missed connection. At a UTSA party in 2012, Nerissa spotted Corey in a Raiders hat and tossed him a subtle flirtatious nod. Corey, totally oblivious, let the moment pass. Fast forward to 2016—Twitter gave fate another shot. Corey boldly tweeted that Interstellar was the best movie he’d ever seen. Nerissa, a self-proclaimed film snob, couldn’t let that slide and messaged him—not to flirt, but to truly debate this take. That message…sparked a conversation they never stopped having. As they talked, the coincidences piled up. Both born in California, family from Puerto Rico, die hard fans of the Raiders, Lakers and Dodgers. What shocked them was that they grew up less than a mile apart and went to the same high school at the same time—without ever meeting. It’s as if an invisible string had always tied them together, quietly pulling them closer until the timing was just right. After years of laughter, heated film takes (Interstellar, now being their shared favorite) cheering on their teams and deep conversations about life and faith, they’re making it official. The universe knew what it was doing all along—because some strings can't be broken. They can’t wait to celebrate with the people who matter most—let’s make it a day to remember!

Corey planned the perfect trip to Los Angeles. As die-hard sports fans, they were already thrilled to see all their favorite teams, but Nerissa had no idea the best moment was yet to come. During their private tour of Dodger Stadium, they walked through the rich history of the Los Angeles Dodgers, soaking in every moment. Once they stepped foot on the field, Corey got down on one knee. Nerissa was completely stunned—overjoyed and speechless. Somehow, he had woven together everything they cherish: their city, team, and this once-in-a-lifetime moment. After Nerissa said "yes!" they visited the Kobe and Gianna statues at Staples Center in downtown LA, a tribute to one of their greatest inspirations. A moment that meant so much to them both. They were surrounded by purple and gold, at the house that Kobe built. To top off the night, Corey took Nerissa to a baseball game at Dodger Stadium, where they met up with family from LA that she hadn't seen in years. It was the perfect way to end the trip—and an unforgettable start to their next chapter.