We bonded over traveling and great RnB playlists back in 2021, both in grad school trying to navigate life (and through a pandemic). This was not new to us, all the way back at UCR, where we initially met in undergrad, we actually studied for the GRE together to get into graduate programs. Little did we know, almost 17 years later we would be celebrating an engagement. Well, Lacey knew after meeting up to go to Yellow Vase cafe - Damon's voracious vocabulary and extensive book collection was instant attraction ... and the man can cook, okaaaay! It took Damon a little bit longer to admit, but when he took Lacey out for wine tasting .... then movies.... then dinner.... then talking at an overlook in Palos Verdes, it didn't take too long for him to catch on. Lacey wittingly jokes, "welcome to the party". This coming together of two very loving and caring people, is not by chance, but by design. God's design and divine timing. With God's love, patience, time, a lot of self discovery we knew it was only right to continue on the path of lifetime commitment and partnership. We are elated to celebrate with our closest friends and family to share in this joyous occasion. Please review the website and can't wait to see you on November 8th at 2pm (yes, we plan on being on time lol)!