It all started in Chicago on a beautiful summer day in August 2021. Sam's brother Jake and Steven's college roommate Erik thought they would be a great match and planned a trip so they could meet. Jake and Erik set up a boat day on Lake Michigan, and after about an hour (and a couple of beers), Steven finally worked up the courage to talk to Sam. From that moment on, the two have been inseparable. The only thing standing in their way was distance. Steven lived in Boston, and Sam lived in Maryland. But Steven had to go see about a girl—and that's when he took a trip to Maryland and officially asked Sam to be his girlfriend. After about a year, Sam relocated to Boston in July 2022. Steven started planning his proposal to Sam in the fall of 2023. After months of anticipation and secrecy, he got down on one knee at Boston Harbor and asked Sam to marry him in April 2024. They had a surprise party with family later that evening and continued celebrating on a trip to Greece. Because they both love Boston so much, they couldn't think of a better place to tie the knot. We can't wait to celebrate with all of you!