Their story began in September of 2016 at a country bar in Tampa. Although they had initially met online, the real sparks flew when they saw each other in person. That night, they couldn't take their eyes off one another. They spent the evening talking and dancing—despite Anthony not being much of a dancer, he agreed to share a slow dance. He was a true gentleman, and even Olivia's friends instantly approved of him.

Their first date at the dog park marked the beginning of something truly special. They spent the day laughing, talking, and watching their furry friends play. Although Chloe wasn't initially fond of Bullet, they both enjoyed running, catching the ball, and splashing in the doggy pools. The simplicity of the day, filled with heartfelt conversations and playful moments, made it perfect—a beautiful sign of the incredible journey ahead of them.

On October 9, 2016, Anthony took Olivia to St. Pete Beach for a perfect day at Tradewinds. They arrived around noon, grabbed frozen mixed drinks from the bar, and relaxed in a hammock by the pool. The weather was ideal, with clear skies and no rain in sight. As the evening unfolded, they took a romantic walk down the beach during a breathtaking sunset. It was in this magical moment that Anthony asked Olivia to be his girlfriend, creating a memory they would cherish forever. Since that unforgettable day, Anthony and Olivia have made it a tradition to return to Tradewinds once a year, celebrating the start of their beautiful journey together.

In April of 2019, Anthony and Olivia began an exciting new chapter by purchasing their first home together. This was a dream come true for them, marking the start of their shared journey based on mutual hopes and aspirations. Throughout every path they took, they consistently supported one another, which only strengthened their bond. Over the past few years, Anthony and Olivia have turned their house into a warm and welcoming home, thanks to a lot of help from their families. They've learned how to create an accent wall, remodeled the kitchen and a closet, and swapped out the old carpet for some gorgeous vinyl flooring. These projects have really brought them closer together as they’ve learned, grown, and enjoyed the experience.

When Anthony and Olivia first began their journey together, Anthony had his loyal dog, Bullet, while Olivia had her beloved dog, Chloe, and her affectionate cat, Tubby. Chloe needed some time to warm up to Bullet's friendly nature, and Bullet had to conquer his initial fear of Tubby. Before long, though, all the pets became inseparable companions, forming a close-knit family. Anthony and Olivia received a delightful surprise three years ago from Anthony's boss—another furry friend, Cooper. Despite being unprepared for a fourth pet, Cooper was welcomed with open hearts. He quickly learned from Chloe and Bullet, becoming a sweet and cherished addition to their household. Now, Cooper fits right in with Chloe, Bullet, and Tubby, completing their adorable pet family.

In November of 2024, Anthony surprised Olivia with the most beautiful proposal. Despite Olivia's usual knack for picking up on hints, he completely caught her off guard this time. Olivia thought she was going to Discovery Cove to celebrate her best friend's birthday by swimming with the dolphins. Olivia has loved dolphins since she was a little girl, and this day was already a dream come true; however, she did not know just how special this day would be. Everyone took turns taking group photos and a few pictures with the dolphins. They learned so much about the dolphins at Discovery Cove and how much freedom they have. They started swimming with Maui, the dolphin, who was very sweet but didn't want to hang out with them the whole time, so the trainer sent her back to the dolphin fish bar. The trainer asked another dolphin named Capricorn to swim with them. Anthony did not want to swim with Capricorn and gave up his ride so that Olivia could have a chance to swim with both dolphins that day. She was in shock and super excited. As the dolphin meet and greet was wrapping up, the trainer said the photographer didn't capture their photo because she forgot the flash (that was Olivia's first hint, but she was still clueless). Olivia and Anthony took a few images of petting the dolphin and said goodbye to Capricorn one last time. The trainer then asked Olivia if she wanted to help with a quick training session with the dolphins, and Olivia immediately said yes! The trainer explained that they want the dolphins to start sharing their toys with others more (not just the trainers). The trainer instructed Olivia to grab the toy from Capricorn once he swam over to them. Olivia understood and waited for Capricorn. Suddenly, Capricorn came out of the water full force at Olivia (at least it felt like it), and she grabbed the buoy, emotionally excited to share that experience with the dolphin. After a few seconds, she looked at the trainer with the buoy, waiting for direction. The trainer asked Olivia, "Did you read it?" Olivia saw Anthony out of the corner of her eye while he was on one knee, and she quickly looked down at the buoy, saying, "Will you marry me?" Olivia instantly started crying, and she said yes! It was the most beautiful, shocking, and unique proposal Olivia had ever seen. His sincere and loving gesture left Olivia speechless and in tears of joy. What a wonderful day it was.

As they embark on this next chapter of their lives, they are filled with excitement and gratitude. They can't wait to celebrate their special day with you. Thank you for being a part of their journey and your continued love and support.