Julien’s Bumble profile read: “Julien is pretty decent looking and seems to have a good personality, so I think I’ll give him a shot” -You. Alex thought that was clever enough to agree to a first date. Halfway to their meeting spot, Alex realized she’d left her wallet and ID at home. After an Uber U-turn, she finally made it to Aslin’s Beer Garden on a Sunday afternoon—30 minutes late. Fortunately, Julien’s curiosity and patience far outweighed any frustration. Not only did he wait, but he greeted Alex with a smile and a warm hug—setting the tone for what would become a love story full of laughter, surprises, and, of course, a little bit of running behind schedule.

Julien knew he wanted to propose to Alex during their trip to Barcelona, but finding the perfect moment and place took careful planning. After much thought, he chose the iconic Sagrada Familia, Antoni Gaudí’s architectural masterpiece. The cathedral, with its stunning blend of Catholicism, Spanish culture, and architectural brilliance, felt like the ideal setting to begin their forever. Julien got creative. He told Alex that they absolutely could not be late for their “11:30 AM tour,” stressing that they’d miss it if they weren’t on time. What Alex didn’t know was that the actual tour was scheduled for 12 PM—the “11:30 AM tour” was part of Julien’s carefully planned ruse. With 15 minutes to spare, Julien suggested they take a stroll through the park across the street from the cathedral. Not wanting to be late, Alex was hesitant, but agreed. As they reached the Plaza de la Sagrada Familia, with the photographer in place, Julien dropped to one knee. Alex immediately replied, “Yes, of course, yes!” It was the perfect moment to begin the next chapter of their lives.