Darlene and Chris first met in October 2011 when they were working at Macy's. One day, Darlene walked downstairs to the receiving dock looking for hangars. There she found Chris blasting Usher's "You Don't Have to Call" from the speakers. She smiled while trying to hold in her laugh and proceeded to ask him for hangers….the rest is history! The two began asking their coworkers about one another. It became obvious to their coworkers they were interested in one another, that the coworkers began inviting both to gatherings outside of work. Next thing you know Darlene and Chris are having lunch together, squeezing in quick 15-minute breaks, and even going on dates. The conversations were effortless, and the compatibility was undeniable. They officially became a couple on 12/12/12 after Chris decided to make things official. On one of their first dates, Darlene asked Chris, "when are we going to a Dodger game?" and from that point on, Chris knew he had himself a keeper. Fast forward to a little over 8 years; after traveling, attending countless concerts and Dodger games than one could count, getting a first apartment, a bachelor and master's degree, and sharing many great experiences with one another, Chris proposed to Darlene on February 6, 2021. He told Darlene they were going for a "pre-valentine's day” picnic on the beach. Little did Darlene know, their parents and brothers were hiding behind the lifeguard post waiting for the moment when Chris asked Darlene if she would marry him, and Darlene said yes! (About damn time, Chris!). Here we are now! Blessed to be able to share this special moment with all our loved ones. We can't wait to celebrate with you at our wedding in October!