It began in 2017 when Mitch asked Vanessa, "Blended or on the rocks, this will be important for our future date?" The first date happened a few days after that message was received. 6 years later- here we are, he has mastered my signature drink: a spicy margarita; and we will never stop laughing about the sour margaritas we had that night. We can't wait to spend the rest of our lives drinking spicy margs together! - V

Ahhh yes, the day when Mitch successfully surprised Vanessa, something that neither one of us thought could be done! The plan was to celebrate our five year anniversary with a nice beach trip to San Simeon, but Mitch had much bigger plans in mind, which was to ask the love of his life to spend the rest of their lives together. As we headed down to the beach during sunset to have some champagne, Mitch had quickly transferred the ring from his suitcase to his pocket all the while trying not to act nervous to give away the surprise. While the sun was setting and the moment felt perfect, Mitch dropped to one knee asking Vanessa Alejandra Carrizales if she would spend the rest of her life with him, and that he has never felt so sure about anything in his life. Of course, she said absolutely yes and that was the beginning of the rest of our lives together, full of endless love and laughs. - M