We're getting married!

Anthony knew all too well the way to Jillian's heart: pizza, Target, and Taylor Swift. They quickly learned how much they had in common: Italian heritage, strong family values, love of dogs (a must!), having fun - especially at their own expense, being active, and shamelessly watching Disney movies! Despite Jillian graduating from Xavier University and Anthony being a Bearcat, they were able to shake it off and not let the rivalry come in between them. It was almost as if an invisible string tied them together from the start. Anthony also knew the importance of winning over Jillian's dog, Ellie. Between bringing pupperoni and the world's best belly rubs, Ellie quickly decided that Anthony was the one and there would never be a better man for Jillian. Their relationship has truly been the best adventure: from climbing mountains together in Colorado to playing Connect Four to decide dish duty, from a family vacation at the beach to weekends at the lake, every day is filled with love and laughter. This love is better than anything they ever imagined, even in their wildest dreams.

Throughout their relationship, Jillian and Anthony have named milestone events. Operation Uno was their first anniversary, Operation Relocation was when they moved in together, and Operation Wounded Knee was the night Anthony got down on one knee! Get ready for the most romantic proposal ever: a string quartet playing one of Jillian's favorite songs, set to hundreds of candles just for the two of them! Yep, Anthony pulled off the perfect proposal without Jillian knowing a thing! They attended the Candlelight Concert at The Transept for a string quartet tribute to Taylor Swift. Anthony worked with the venue and the quartet to arrange for the musicians to come back after the concert ended to play one more song just for the two of them. Shortly after they started playing, Anthony took Jillian's hands and got down on one knee. To say Operation Wounded Knee was a success is an understatement!! Anthony and Jillian would like to thank the StringSource Quartet, Candlelight Concerts, and The Transept for helping create the most magical night!