In 2012 George was working at Target and so was Melissa's younger brother Jamie. George befriended Jamie and George began coming over often to hang out with Jamie. Melissa took notice of George's infectious smile and good energy and George took notice of Melissa's outgoing personality and yummy cooking skills after tasting her famous green chicken enchiladas and that was the way to George's heart.

Melissa went to visit her brother Jamie in Arizona for his birthday and unfortunately George could not go on the trip so Melissa went alone on the Amtrak. George was there to pick-up Melissa at L.A Union Station when she returned from her trip and they were excited to see each other since this was the first time they had spent more than a night apart from each other. The day was beautiful and George excitedly told Melissa about the observation deck at L.A City Hall. They took a nice stroll together to the tall building and reached the 27th floor and wow what an amazing scenic view from way up there! Melissa began pointing out all the surrounding buildings that were familiar, Disney Concert Hall, L.A County Hospital, Pershing Square, etc. Moments later, Melissa turned back because she didn't sense George standing close by. When Melissa turned around she saw George on one bent knee, holding a box with a big shinning ring in hand, the rest is history.