We are getting MARRIED!!!!

Monique and Robert met in 2008 when Monique first visited New York. She was living in Chicago at the time and over the years, visited NY from time to time. Whenever she was in town, friends would gather and Robert was usually there too. They always seemed to have things in common to talk about and became good friends. In 2014, Monique decided to move to NY after graduating and wanted to pursue her career in the culinary arts. Once Robert heard of Monique's move, they naturally gravitated to each other and soon started spending time together. What started as a good friendship led to a blossoming love story.

Monique and Robert had planned a weeklong trip in Switzerland, Germany, and Italy to see friends, attend a wedding, and to explore the region of Tuscany. Soon after the sun had set in the romantic city of Firenze, on St Trinity Bridge, next to Ponte Vecchio with the full moon shining behind it, Robert held Monique in his arms and whispered, "I love you and I want to spend the rest of my life with you. Will you marry me?" Monique was surprised and immediately started laughing and crying tears of joy. She said, "YES! You are the love of my life." After putting on the ring, Monique and Robert enjoyed the rest of their trip in Italy, eating delicious food and amazing wine.