We first met in 2004 while working as Senior Managers at Harkins. Back then, our interactions were brief — a passing “hello,” the occasional conversation — just two people whose paths crossed without much thought. Over the years, life carried us in different directions, but fate clearly had its own plan. Fast forward to 2023, nearly two decades later, when we found ourselves working together once again. Something was different this time — the familiar faces had new depth, and what started as casual conversations quickly turned into something more. We realized there was a spark, a genuine connection waiting patiently all these years. Our first date was in April 2023 at Oregano’s — a sweet start to something special (even if Chris did have to cut the night short to catch WrestleMania!). At first, we weren’t sure how much we had in common, but it didn’t take long to discover that we shared far more than we expected. From a mutual love of sports to a deep respect for family, friendship, and loyalty — our core values aligned in ways that felt effortless and real. Whether it was Chris’ passion for wrestling and anime or Nicole’s obsession with every episode of Dateline, what began as passing time together turned into building a life side by side. From spontaneous nights in watching our favorite shows and eating great food Chris prepared, to unforgettable adventures — like our first trip to Las Vegas — our relationship has been filled with laughter, learning, growth, and most importantly, love. Two people who were once content being on their own found something extraordinary in each other: a forever kind of love. We can’t wait to begin this next chapter — and we’re so grateful to have you be a part of it.