You've got a pizza my heart

Patrick and Tanya met at MLB's holiday party in 2015. They had both been working at the company for a couple of months, and Patrick asked their mutual friend Kyle Kempinski to introduce them. The connection was immediate, as Patrick showed his love of soccer and knowledge of Spanish during the many hours they spent together that first night. He ended up giving Tanya his business card, which seemed like a smooth move after a few drinks. Fortunately, Tanya used it to text him that night. They went on their first date two weeks later and have been together ever since.

Patrick and Tanya ran the New York City Marathon on November 4th, 2018. After four months of training and dealing with injuries, the day finally came and they made their way through all five boroughs with 50,000+ other people. After the race, Patrick and Tanya hobbled their way to their families waiting a few blocks away. The two had planned a post race party with close family and friends to celebrate having a life again; little did Tanya know, Patrick had other plans. While Tanya was trying to find a cab to take them back to Brooklyn, Patrick's sister Emily handed him the ring. Before Tanya realized what was happening, Patrick got down on one knee, and asked her to marry him. Without hesitating, Tanya said "Yes, obviously!"

The Maitland Art Center is a beautiful wedding venue that combines a little bit of Patrick and Tanya. Patrick grew up less than a mile away and even went there for an art camp as a kid. The art and architecture is inspired by the Mayans, incorporating Tanya's Mexican heritage into the ceremony. This was the first venue we viewed, and the one that we couldn't stop thinking about - we fell in love with it immediately. Note: this is an adults only wedding (sorry, we love your kids too).