We're Getting Married!

On November 28, 2022, Grace took a chance—and said yes to a date with a man named Daniel. She didn’t know exactly where they were headed, only that he was being secretive about the plans, which made it all the more intriguing. Daniel, on the other hand, had his heart set on making it a night to remember. He chose the Freemason Abbey, a beautiful and historic spot. But when they arrived, it was unexpectedly closed. Most people might’ve seen that as a failed plan. But not Grace. Having lived in Norfolk for some time, she smiled and offered a backup: Orapax Greek Restaurant. It turned out to be the perfect setting—intimate, cozy, and filled with the kind of energy that made two strangers feel like they’d known each other forever. That night, Daniel watched Grace step out of her apartment complex wearing a red sweater—and in that exact moment, he knew. He didn’t need time to figure it out. Grace was the one. Grace, being a little more guarded with her heart, waited a few months before saying “I love you.” But once those three words came, they meant everything. Over time, life tested them. Not just with everyday ups and downs, but with the kind of distance that can break even the strongest bonds: two 9-month deployments. They were more than 4,000 miles apart at times, but their hearts never wavered. Through phone calls, letters, and time zones, they proved again and again that love isn’t about proximity—it’s about presence, loyalty, and choosing each other no matter what. Daniel has a way of making Grace laugh when she needs it most, and always makes her feel like the most beautiful woman in the world. Grace is Daniel’s rock—his biggest cheerleader, the one who stands by him no matter what life throws their way. Then came Mother’s Day weekend in 2025. Daniel had one more surprise up his sleeve. In front of Grace’s family and his mom, at the Norfolk Botanical Gardens, he got down on one knee and asked the question that would change everything. She said yes—and their new chapter began. Now, they dream of growing old together, learning how to navigate life’s wild ride as partners, best friends, and soulmates. Whatever the future holds, one thing is certain: Grace and Daniel will face it side by side—with a whole lot of love for each other.