Brittany and I met online through Bumble, and from our very first call—three hours long—there was an undeniable connection. It wasn’t just conversation; it was effortless, like two souls recognizing each other. I (Ron) knew there was something special about her. So, for our first date, I chose Cooper’s Hawk, a place that set the perfect backdrop for what would become the most meaningful journey of my life. The moment I saw Brittany in person, I felt it—this was different. This was real. I looked at her and knew in my heart, she’s the one. And yes, I told her that, too. Not long after we started dating, the world changed—COVID hit, and lockdowns began. But instead of slowing us down, it gave us time. Time to truly see each other, to learn what we had in common and what made us different, to grow together in ways that only deepened our bond. In that stillness, we realized something beautiful—we weren’t just a good match; we were meant for each other. Going Into the Moments For my 50th birthday in September 2021, we planned a trip to Dubai—at least, that’s what Brittany thought. Funny enough, she didn’t know it was all part of my master plan. Since she had just started her business, Milani’s Hair Boutique, and was launching new products, I suggested she do a photoshoot to promote her product while we were in Dubai. She thought it was her brilliant idea—but little did she know, I was planting the seed (yes, I’m that good). Behind the scenes, I coordinated with photographers in Dubai and the hotel to plan a surprise engagement. But before making any moves, I consulted with her parents and received their blessing. The stage was set. And as you’ve all seen in the proposal video, I pulled off the ultimate surprise for the woman who swore she could never be surprised. I got laughter, I got glory, and most importantly—I got my wife. Just three months after returning from Dubai, we took another big step—we bought a house and made it our home. Through every high and low, I continued to win over Brittany’s heart and her daughter Milan’s as well. This journey has been nothing short of divine, a love story only God could have written.