We met the modern way—on Hinge—but our connection felt timeless from the very beginning. Our first date was a perfect blend of fun and heartfelt conversation: we went bowling at Bradley Beach Bowl, grabbed coffee at Del Ponte’s, strolled around Belmar Lake, and ended the night with dinner at Jack’s on the Tracks. Neither of us wanted the day to end. From the very first moments, we both had the same feeling: this person is my forever. We fell in love almost instantly, yet also slowly and deeply over time. Just two weeks into our relationship, life threw us an unexpected challenge—Thomas was diagnosed with cancer. It wasn’t the beginning we had imagined, but it became a defining part of our journey. Facing something so difficult so early on taught us how to communicate with honesty, trust each other completely, love with our whole hearts, and to rely on our faith and trust in God's plan. It turned out to be a blessing in disguise, strengthening our bond in ways we never could have anticipated. Since February 2023, we’ve walked through life hand in hand—through the highs and the lows—and every day, our love grows stronger. We’re so grateful for the journey that brought us here, and we can’t wait to celebrate this next chapter with all of you.