Rob and I met just as the world was opening back up after the pandemic shut down in May of 2020. Our first dates were 6 feet apart along the Hudson River in Hoboken, NJ- where we both live. The very first date was on two separate beach towels splitting a bottle of Sancerre wine. Rob still laughs at me that I would not let our glasses touch on our "Cheers!". We proceeded to have a few more social distanced dates- a Napoli's pizza picnic and some walks along the water. On date 4 we finally hugged! Eventually we gave in to an inside date, but restaurants were still closed! Rob had the task to figure out an unique date night and he was incredibly successful. He created an at home wine tasting with white wines from around the world, and take out from my favorite restaurant, Grand Vin!

Rob pulled off the best surprise! Rob and I were in St. Lucia enjoying an all inclusive vacation. Since I am our "travel coordinator"- I booked the vacation and all reservations, including a packed Friday of a sunset cruise followed by a private oceanside dinner. Rob inserted the proposal into my initial plans! He definitely was the real star of the trip as it was the best surprise, and most amazing moment overlooking the horizons! We were able to enjoy our engagement bliss for the rest of the vacation, and then came home to celebrate with friends and family!