Prior to dating we had known each other and been friends for a few years. July 2014- romance blossomed- we officially started dating August 2014- Rachel went back to college for her senior year. We continued a long distance relationship. February 2015- Erick introduced Rachel to his family at his nieces birthday party May 2015- Rachel graduated college and moved back to Cincinnati December 2015- We first said "I love you" & Rachel introduced Erick to her parents July 2016- Moved into a house together in Fort Thomas December 2016- We added a cat (JoJo) to our family Erick made Rachel wait for a few years........... but finally, Christmas 2019- Erick asked Rachel to marry him We love our home and cats (Vee & JoJo). We enjoy spending time doing projects around the house, or just enjoying each others company. We also have a mutual love for the Reds and attend games throughout the summer when we can.