Patrick and Alexis met in 2010 when Alexis moved back to Pittsgrove. They were really good friends growing up and going through school. After freshmen year in 2014 Alexis moved to Florida where she graduated high school. In 2017 Alexis was in Jersey visiting family when she decided to reach out to Patrick, they went out to dinner together. Shortly after Alexis went back to Florida. A month or so later Alexis had come back to Jersey to visit family again. During that visit they went on their first date where they walked the Wildwood boardwalk for hours just talking and hanging out. Alexis decided to move back to Jersey to be closer to family. Patrick and Alexis hung out almost everyday then decided to start dating July 16, 2017. Alexis moved in with Patrick and his parents so they could save money to move out together. 2019 they bought their first dog together, Stella. She quickly became their best friend and their greatest gift to each other. Patrick and Alexis enjoy going on walks with Stella, going out to eat, going to concerts together, and simply spending time together. August 2021 Patrick and Alexis made the big step and bought their home together. Living together they have made great memories. Patrick and Alexis love having friends over, and they have love hosting Friendsgiving. Traveling together and going to visit Alexis's mom and step dad in Florida quickly became favorite things to do with each other. Patrick asked Alexis's dad for his permission while he was over their house. Patrick also asked Alexis's mom and stepdad for their permission while on vacation in Florida in December 2024. January 2025 Patrick and Alexis planned a staycation in Wildwood. What Alexis did not know is that Patrick had a lot more planned. Patrick and Alexis walked down to the beach to watch the sunset together. After 7 years Patrick got down on one knee and asked Alexis the biggest question ever. With tears streaming down her face Alexis quickly said yes. Patrick had two of their friends hiding on the beach capturing the whole thing on camera. Alexis was surprised again when they returned to the house and some of their closest friends were there with the house decorated. Patrick and Alexis got to bring in their new engagement surrounded by and celebrating with some of their closest friends.