In early May, Derek and Christine were traveling to New York for a family event. After booking their trip one of their favorite artists, Morrissey, announced a residency on Broadway the same days they'd be in town. After having dinner with friends Eric & Tyler the night of the concert, they walked a few blocks to the Lunt-Fontanne Theater. Christine was trying to take a selfie with Derek with Morrissey's billboard in the background, but couldn't quite get it right. Tyler asked if he could take their picture. As Christine handed over her phone she heard Derek say from behind her, "if you're going to have him take our picture, you should probably wear this." Christine turned around to see Derek holding a red ring box and, for probably the first time in her life, was speechless. Seriously, Derek had to ask twice if she would marry him.