We're jumping the broom

LaDonna and Nelson met online through Facebook dating. While LaDonna harbored some skepticism about this novel approach to meeting people, she nonetheless remained receptive to the prospect of a long-term, meaningful connection. Nelson took the initiative to send her a message. Yes, he was in her dms lol looking forward to getting to know her better. The couple's first in-person meeting transpired on June 7th, 2021, in Chicago, and they both instinctively sensed that something extraordinary was unfolding. By that point, they had already been conversing over the phone for approximately a month. On July 12, 2021, Nelson formally requested that LaDonna become his girlfriend at the Santa Monica Pier, with the enchanting sounds of a saxophonist at sunset providing a captivating ambiance. Over the ensuing years, their relationship continued to blossom through shared growth, love, and commitment. After three years of traveling together and navigating life's complexities, Nelson finally proposed. On January 4th, 2025, he asked LaDonna to marry him, and she happily accepted.