Ruby and Fausto’s story began with a simple message online that led to their first date on May 2, 2021, at Here and Now in Downtown Los Angeles. What started as drinks quickly turned into hours of conversation — the kind where time disappears. Somewhere between laughter and another round, they found themselves talking about marriage (shocking for a first date, but somehow completely natural). Afterward, they took a walk through Downtown Los Angeles, wandering the Arts District and talking about the future — dreams, plans, and life — in a way that felt easy, comfortable, and familiar. As they passed Rose Street, the moment felt impossible to ignore. With Fausto’s rose tattoos and Ruby’s love for roses — a flower that had always followed her, even in her name — it felt like the universe quietly lining everything up. That was when Fausto made his move and kissed Ruby for the first time. A few weeks later, on June 21, 2021, Fausto asked Ruby to be his girlfriend in Downtown Los Angeles on Rose Street, the very place where they first kissed — where their story officially began. Nearly four years later, during Ruby’s 30th birthday weekend on March 30, 2025, Fausto planned a surprise Ruby would never see coming. Just like their first date and June 21, 2021, the day was gloomy and lightly drizzling, making the moment feel even more meaningful. On a beautiful hill overlooking the ocean, with palm trees swaying in the background, Fausto got down on one knee. The proposal was surrounded by red and white roses — Ruby’s favorite — with a large bouquet of deep red roses waiting for her. As mariachi music filled the air, Ruby’s father serenaded the moment, while close family and friends watched from a distance. In that quiet, emotional moment, with the ocean behind them and love all around, Fausto asked Ruby to spend forever with him. She said yes. Now, as they plan their destination wedding in Tequila, Mexico on December 12, 2026, Ruby and Fausto are soaking in every moment of this journey — grateful for the love they’ve found in each other and excited to celebrate it with the family and friends who mean the most to them.