It's always been said that the best things happen when you least expect them. This romance is evidence of that. Going back to late 2016, Timmy was looking for a job and Nadia was the interviewer. Within seconds of meeting, their love of their beagle mix pups were brought up, pictures were shared and his pending job application became accepted and he was on the payroll. Nothing happened immediately, as both were in long term relationships at the time. However, with the intensity and connection between them (not to mention their fur babies, Rugi and Neli), one thing led to another and bippity boppity boo, they were Facebook official. As with all of the worlds' greatest romances, there were obstacles to endure. And boy oh boy did they overcome those hurdles! Timmy made the bold move to Peoria, IL to be with Nadia so that long distance was no longer a strain on their love. Timing could not have been more perfect (please re-read with sarcasm). They had been living together for five months and then Covid hit. The ultimate test of a relationship was about to be set into motion: living and working 3-1/2 feet from one another for the next 14 months in their apartment. Timmy talked entirely too loud on his conference calls and Nadia's vocabulary became more colorful because of it. Somehow, though, they never fought, during the work day and the hours following. They didn't know it then, but that was a huge accomplishment for a couple. Fast forward through to 2021, and Timmy proposed in May. The two of them are anxious to celebrate with ya'll!