Like many great love stories of our time, ours began during a pandemic — when the world was standing still and everyone was just trying to figure things out. In 2020, stuck at home and admittedly a little bored, we both found ourselves swiping through Hinge, not expecting much… but then we matched. Christian made the first move and sent a message (finally!), and from that moment on, we couldn’t stop talking. From texting to sending each other Snapchats, our connection grew quickly, even before we’d met in person. And when we finally did — it felt effortless. After just a few hangouts, we discovered something kind of magical: we would unknowingly be living only 20 seconds away from each other at the beach all summer. It felt like fate — like the universe had been trying to bring us together long before we knew it. That summer became the beginning of something truly special. Our love grew under the sun, beside the ocean, and through endless laughter and long talks. What started as a swipe turned into a love we’ll carry with us for the rest of our lives. Life carried us both to Baltimore, where we built our routines, shared new experiences, and watched our relationship grow stronger each day! On February 15, 2025, surrounded by love and excitement, we got engaged—a promise sealed not just for that day, but for all the days to come. By September, our journey brought us west to Scottsdale, where we now wake up to sunny skies and dream even bigger about our future. We’re building a beautiful life together—full of laughter, support, and endless love—and we can’t wait to walk down the aisle and begin the next chapter of forever!