We met in a way neither of us expected—on a dating app called Hinge. What caught Melanie’s attention? A picture of him wearing an eye patch (yes, really!). It sparked a conversation, and from there, things just clicked. Once Melanie realized she was talking to a genuinely kind and thoughtful guy, she shared her number. Texts turned into calls, and soon we were talking constantly. After about a month of getting to know each other, we finally had our first date at Nobu in Atlantic City. That night felt effortless—like we had known each other for years. We connected deeply over shared experiences with medical challenges and our mutual love for family. Over the past two years, our bond has only grown stronger. We've traveled together, moved in together, and in June 2024, we got engaged! We’re beyond excited to continue this journey hand in hand, and we can’t wait to celebrate this next chapter with all of you—our cherished family and friends.