April, 2019: Our first date. The date was wonderful, but there was one small problem. Chris was about to depart on a 7 month trip for work. Chris asked Alex if she wanted to go on a second date, to which she declined because "he was someone she thought she'd fall for" and didn't want to get attached before he departed. March 14th, 2020: The Reunion. After almost a year of not seeing one another, Chris visited Tampa for Alex's birthday party. And so it begins. March - May, 2020: The Lockdown. Getting to know each other during a pandemic included a lot of hammock snuggles, late night shenanigans, backyard dance parties, and face-time introductions to friends. May 24th, 2020: The Other Lockdown. On a staycation at the Hollander (where we have our room block - full circle!), we decided to make it official. July 4, 2023: The Proposal. Three years and countless adventures later, Chris proposed to Alex in Negril, Jamaica. If you were wondering, the answer was "Ya, Mon". December 20, 2023: The big move. We moved to St. Pete, FL! December 07, 2024:The Palmer Palooza! We can't wait for you all to join us as we celebrate our marriage.