Here's a funny story... We actually spent most of our lives around each other without realizing it. As Filipinos, we frequented family gatherings and mutual friend meetups, often finding ourselves in the same room without a clue. Little did middle school Robert and Alexa know what fate had in store for them. Alexa caught wind of Robert's passion for CrossFit and felt inspired to kickstart her own fitness journey. She took the bold move of sliding into his DMs, and he graciously answered her questions before they went their separate ways. While Alexa committed to one gym, Robert remained loyal to his. But a few months down the line, he couldn't resist the allure of joining her local CrossFit community, drawn in by the joy and camaraderie Alexa was experiencing with her new friends. Fast forward to the present day, and they both realize how effortlessly perfect it is to spend time together. Their journey took a romantic turn when, against the backdrop of the beach, he asked her to be his girlfriend, and the rest, as they say, is history.

As we marked our two-year anniversary, Alexa anticipated celebrating over dinner in Destin, FL, during his family's yearly beach vacation. Little did she know, Robert had orchestrated a dreamy beach picnic, leading her to a breathtaking setup. Amidst the view of the sea, a grand heart in the sand bore the initials 'A+R.' Alexa was so enamored by the setup! As Robert offered to capture the moment, he subtly positioned her facing the ocean. Before she could grasp what was unfolding, he knelt beside her, holding out a ring. With joyful tears, she exclaimed, 'YES!!'"