On Mother’s Day, May 12, 2024, after church, my family and I went to The Cuban in Patchogue for dinner. I expected a typical celebration, but after our meal, the waiter brought a large gift bag to our table. As I opened it, I found a box of 50 red forever roses—something I had wanted— and felt so grateful. After opening handmade gifts from the kids, I was ready to leave when Ralphy told me to put the lid on the roses. Inside, it read, “Will you marry me?” He pulled out a ring, and before he could even kneel, I said YES! It was a Mother’s Day I’ll never forget, surrounded by family, love, and the perfect surprise. We’re getting married!