We met on Hinge, a dating app, and quickly bonded over our love for off-roading and the outdoors. Our first conversation turned into a four-hour video call, where Stephen played guitar while Teresa picked songs for him to play - an easy, unforgettable start. Our first date was an off-roading adventure in Big Sur and spotting marine life through our binoculars. It ended by getting a ticket from a park ranger due to visiting a closed beach (during COVID) - definitely memorable! From there, our connection grew through more trips and shared experiences. We made things official on a trip to Anza-Borrego Desert State Park and continued building our life through countless outdoor adventures. Today, we’ve built a home in San Jose and welcomed our beautiful daughter, Sierra, on November 18, 2025. We’ve grown a life full of love, family, and exploring together. What started as a shared love for the outdoors turned into our greatest adventure yet - this life we’ve built together.