We’re Getting Married!

It was a warm Friday night in May of 2022, and Lincoln Tavern—the heart and soul of Southie—was buzzing with energy. Tim, as he did most weekends, was in his element. Surrounded by friends and sipping on Miller Lites, holding court in the back bar like he owned the place. But amidst the laughter and clinking glasses, something—or rather, someone—caught his eye. Across the room, Maddie and her girlfriends had just settled in, striking up a friendly conversation with a group of guys who generously included them in their pizza order. Maddie’s laughter lit up the room, and Tim couldn’t help but wonder: Was she with one of those guys, or had she simply come for the pizza? Curiosity got the best of him, and as he slyly observed, he soon realized she was, in fact, "in it for the pizza." That was all the encouragement Tim needed. With a mix of confidence and playful curiosity, he made his way over, introduced himself, and dropped a few jokes—though he was the only one laughing. Maddie, ever straightforward, smiled and said, "I don't think we're vibing that well." Tim, unfazed, grinned back and responded, "I think we're getting along just fine." As the night continued, they chatted, shared a few more laughs (some of which Maddie actually found funny this time), and eventually said their goodbyes. But Tim wasn’t going to let this be just another night at Lincoln. He asked Maddie out, not once, but twice—and on his third attempt, she finally said yes. From that moment on, their story unfolded like something out of a rom-com. They met each other’s families, grew closer with every adventure, and even added a furry little companion to their lives. Over the past two years, they built something truly special—a love story that began in the heart of Southie, surrounded by friends, laughter, and yes, even pizza. A Lincoln love story