We're getting Married!

After meeting on Bumble, Andre took me out for a cup of coffee at Empresso in Stockton. It was a sweltering 104 degree F day, but we grabbed a couple of iced coffees and ended up going on a walk. After three hours of easy, fun conversation flew by we both knew there was something between us. A month of dating later he asked me to be his girlfriend.

We decided to go to Carmel for Valentines day. Andre scouted out bikes for us to ride around town for the day. We rode down to Lover's Point beach and parked at a bench overlooking the ocean. After enjoying the view and a little wine, Andre told Monique how much he loves her and got down on one knee to ask for her hand. She said "YES!" That night we went to the Tree House Cafe in Carmel for dinner, where Andre arranged for flowers and champagne to be waiting for us. The surprises continued as Robin (Andre's mom) ordered chocolate cake and wine to the table. It was a magical day!