Elizabeth still remembers the exact place their story began, sitting in a CVS parking lot, casually scrolling through Hinge, completely unaware that everything was about to change. They started talking, and somehow hours disappeared. Even though Tommy wasn’t in town, they both knew they wanted to meet, and that anticipation only made the connection feel stronger. After Tommy returned home from Captain training in Arizona, they finally met for their first date at Slowpokes. It was the perfect place: warm, unassuming, and filled with conversation that flowed effortlessly. The staff eventually (and very kindly) kicked them out, and that’s when they realized four hours had flown by. Time felt suspended that day, and in that stillness, they both knew something meaningful was beginning to take shape. By December 15, 2024—date number five—they found themselves at a Texans game, Elizabeth’s very first. They talked through nearly the entire game, walked in the wrong direction, sat in the car waiting out traffic, and somewhere in the middle of all that ordinary chaos, became an official couple. It was exciting and effortless, and Elizabeth remembers thinking how easy it already felt to love Tommy. From that day on, life became a beautiful whirlwind. They traveled, celebrated, spent time with family, and learned how wonderful even the quiet, everyday moments could be together. NYC, Cancun, St. Louis, South Padre, Kentucky, Denver; each place became another chapter where they laughed more, learned more, and fell deeper in love. About six months into their story, they casually began looking at rings, agreeing to really talk about engagement after a year. Meanwhile, unbeknownst to Elizabeth, Tommy was already working with their friends at The Crown to design the most romantic ring and plan the perfect proposal. He thoughtfully involved their loved ones, making sure the moment would be heartfelt, meaningful, and unforgettable. On October 17, 2025, Elizabeth truly believed they were attending Tommy’s sister’s 10-year anniversary dinner at a beautiful beachside restaurant. Since they were “early,” Tommy suggested a dance on the beach. There, with a violinist playing their song, “Stone by Stone” by Windshield, and a photographer quietly capturing the moment, Tommy asked Elizabeth to marry him. It was a complete surprise and an immediate, joyful yes. This love has been the greatest gift; one they will never take for granted. Finding your other half, the person who feels like home in every season, is a true blessing, and they feel incredibly grateful to have found that in each other. As the days race by and this moment draws closer, their hearts are filled with excitement and joy. They cannot wait to begin this next chapter together and celebrate alongside their loved ones, surrounded by the love that has shaped their story.