The odds of us meeting at a bar in 2019 were pretty slim. We’re the kind of people who consider Friday night plans complete when the snacks are ready, the couch is fluffed, and the remote is within arm’s reach. But that night, we both stepped out of our comfort zones—and somehow, Frederick’s well-timed shoulder tap sparked a conversation neither of us wanted to walk away from. What can we say? At the risk of sounding cliché, after that chance meeting, the rest was history. What started as a casual chat turned into five and a half years of laughter, adventures, and mastering the fine art of cozy nights in. Fast forward to December 2023: we were gearing up for our first Christmas in Virginia Beach when Frederick surprised me with a sunset picnic on the beach. Under a sky painted in soft pinks and golds, he popped the question—and, of course, I said yes! Since the ocean has always been my happy place, choosing a beach wedding was an easy decision. We can’t wait to celebrate with all of you in Punta Cana’s vibrant paradise, where the culture is rich, the cuisine is unforgettable, and the shores are straight out of a dream. Let’s soak it all in together as we say “I do” and dive into our next chapter this August.