Danny and Anna first connected on the popular dating app Hinge. Anna had been on the app for years without much success, while Danny had only been using it for a few months and had gone on one previous date before meeting her. From the start, Danny was drawn to Anna’s confidence and warmth, appreciating how quickly she took the initiative to make plans. Without hesitation, she set up their first meeting, wasting no time on endless messages. They met for a casual lunch at Lazy Dog. Nervous excitement gave way to effortless conversation, and by the end of the meal, Anna knew there was something special about Danny. She called her mom afterward and said, "Danny reminds me of home." For the next few weeks, their connection grew, even with Danny out of town. They stayed in touch, sharing stories, laughter, and learning more about each other. When he returned, recovering from surgery, Anna surprised him with flowers and lunch at his place—an act of kindness that meant so much to Danny. Though Anna had made the first move in many ways, their first kiss happened naturally. Their relationship blossomed, but after three months, they faced a crossroads. Anna wanted more, while Danny, uncertain of his feelings, hesitated. Though they decided to part ways, their connection never truly faded. They continued talking, unable to let go of the comfort and joy they found in each other. In time, Danny came to realize what his heart had been trying to tell him all along—he didn’t want to lose Anna. Not long after, he opened up to her about his feelings, and on May 7, 2023, over breakfast, they made it official. That evening, Danny solidified his commitment by introducing Anna to his parents, a step that made it all feel even more real. Their relationship deepened quickly, and by the end of August 2023, they took the big step of moving in together. For Anna, this was particularly significant—she had never lived with a partner before. But as she puts it, "When you know, you know." And she knew. At that point, she was confident that Danny was her forever person and patiently waited for him to propose. Danny, as Anna would say, took his sweet time. But on June 1, 2024, in the breathtaking beauty of Steamboat Springs, he finally asked the question she had been waiting for. As they soared 50,000 feet above the ground in a hot air balloon, with the endless sky surrounding them and the world below, Danny made his promise to Anna. And just like that, their love story reached a new height!