At 20 and 27, Caitlin and Phillip never imagined they would meet the love of their lives at work just before the pandemic changed everything. Their relationship started as a friendship that lasted several months, and their first date at Oceanside Beach felt effortless. There were no awkward silences, just nervous excitement as they both hoped things would go well. Their connection grew from that date to two more at different beaches, confirming that their bond was undeniable. Despite the chaos of the world, they focused on what they could control - their relationship. A few weeks in, Phillip said "I love you" first. While it seemed soon to some, Caitlin knew she felt the same. Their strong friendship before becoming a couple made it easy to communicate those words. Their adventures have mostly included beaches, except for one memorable trip to Seattle. For their 4th anniversary, they visited Morro Bay. While on a quiet beach hike, Caitlin turned around to find Phillip on one knee with a beautiful ring, marking the moment she had always dreamed of. Saying "Yes!" was the easiest thing she had ever done, as she had always known she wanted to spend forever with him. Over the past five years, Caitlin and Phillip have shared milestones like earning their degrees, job changes, and sharing their first spaces together. Through every challenge, they’ve loved and supported each other. They are certain they made the right choice in choosing each other as their forever partners. Every time they say goodbye or welcome each other home, they are reminded that they are with exactly whom they are meant to be with. From that first date, they knew this was forever, and they’re thrilled to become Mr. and Mrs. Schafer.