It all started on May 5, 2017, Reed’s 22nd birthday. Victoria had been invited to tag along with friends to Applebee’s for a casual celebration, and little did she know, it would mark the beginning of something special. Though it wasn’t quite love at first sight, there was a spark—one that would grow over the summer. Their first date was at a cozy restaurant near Reed’s home called The Barn. Victoria was so nervous she could barely eat, but Reed was his usual sweet and talkative self, making her feel comfortable in a way that only he could. They reminisced about a Fourth of July party they had both attended—ironically, neither of them had been able to see any fireworks that year. But as if on cue, fireworks started going off across the lake, and they both laughed, feeling like it was a sign of something meant to be. The summer that followed was filled with unforgettable memories: beach days, horror movie marathons, trips to the shore, and plenty of sushi dates. But one night, in particular, would forever change the course of their story. On August 22, 2017, after a concert in Asbury Park, Reed looked at Victoria and said something that would make her heart skip a beat: “I don’t want to move too fast, but I think I’m falling in love with you.” It was the moment Victoria had been waiting for, and from then on, they were inseparable. From that night on, became a seven-year journey. Whether it was the shore, concerts, or cozy nights cooking together, there was something about being with each other that made everything feel just right. Fast forward to January 5, 2025—Reed, despite working non-stop, had planned a special date for them in Asbury Park to celebrate the new year and Victoria’s career milestone. After a chilly dinner at Porta, he suggested a walk on the boardwalk. It was freezing, but Victoria agreed, never suspecting what was coming next. As they strolled in the quiet cold, Reed finally got down on one knee and, without saying much, asked her to spend the rest of her life with him. And of course, she said yes. The proposal was perfect, because it was theirs—in the place that meant so much to both of them, Asbury Park, a place that became a trademark to their love — the place that started their forever.