Our love story began before we even met. Eri's cousin and one of Viviana's best friends, Edith, had a feeling we'd be perfect for each other and planted the seed while Eri was still serving in the military. A couple of months later, we finally met in person and went out with a group of friends. We barely spoke that evening, partly because Viviana didn't have her glasses on and couldn't see what Eri even looked like! Despite the slow start, we quickly grew closer after a few more group outings (with glasses included this time). It didn’t take long for us to realize we had something special. After just two solo dates, we decided to make it official. Viviana knew she was in love when she started to envision a future together with Eri. Our bond deepened, and in November 2023, we took the exciting step of moving in together. Over time, we’ve gotten to know each other on a deeper level and have built a life filled with love and laughter. The highlight of our journey came in July 2024, when Eri planned a beautiful, heartfelt, surprise proposal at Del Monte Beach in Monterey, California. It was a moment we’ll cherish forever. We are thrilled to share our love story with you and can't wait to celebrate our special day surrounded by our loved ones!