It all began the first week of college at Penn State! Justin and Steph actually met the very first week of freshman year at a fraternity party, although Justin does not recall (ha). They were mutual friends throughout college but did not socialize in the same friend group. Junior year, they were almost partners as THON fundraising chairs through his fraternity and her nursing organization, but fate kept them apart until the end of senior year. Steph planned to take Justin to her end-of-year nursing school's formal dance, and when Justin caught word of it, he (eagerly) texted Steph before she got a chance to ask saying he wanted to go with her. It was after this they realized their connection was strong, though graduation was nearing and neither wanted a serious relationship... that is until Justin and Steph realized they would only be 45 minutes from each other after graduation. Suddenly, it became obvious their relationship could continue and they did long distance for 3 years. They enjoyed traveling together to many caribbean destinations. During the pandemic, they moved in together and settled in Easton, PA. They became puppy parents to the sweetest pup, June (Juni). On Thanksgiving, Justin proposed to Steph at her parent's house in front of her family members after going last in saying what they are most thankful for. Nearly 7 years later, they are tying the knot and cannot be more excited to begin the next chapter!