Joe and Christina's love story began in May 2021 when they first matched and started chatting on Hinge. Their initial meeting took place at Austin East Ciders, where one was initially seeking a free meal, but both were unknowingly in search of their lifelong companion. What started as hours of conversation soon evolved into days, then nights, ultimately culminating in the commitment to spend forever together on December 2nd, 2023. Joe chose a memorable setting for his proposal at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, enlisting the help of both friends and random onlookers—something that had initially been a source of anxiety for Joe. Fortunately, Christina's response was a resounding yes, and the couple joyously celebrated their engagement with close friends and family throughout the day.