It all started in Atlantic City... One night in New Jersey’s favorite playground, fate gave us a story worth telling. Maria—bold, silly, and completely herself—was determined to sneak into Chris’s VIP section at a nightclub. Chris—easy going, caring, and observant—noticed her charm immediately. He got her Snapchat that night, not knowing it would one day lead to forever. Two years later, on Maria’s college graduation night, we found ourselves back in Atlantic City. This time, the timing was right. We spent that summer by the shore, and by September 2019, we knew it was giving twin flame energy—we made it official. We’re a balance of opposites in all the best ways. Chris’s calm, protective nature brings peace and comfort; Maria’s outgoing humor brings light and laughter. Together, we make a team full of love, laughter, and a lot of inside jokes. In September 2022, Chris took a leap and moved to New Jersey to start building a life with Maria. A few months later, in May 2023, we added a new (and slightly wild) member to our little family—our dog child, Benji. He’s tough, sweet, and completely perfect. In June 2024, we bought our first condo—a cozy place that feels perfectly ours. Whether we're off exploring, socializing or simply enjoying slow days at home, we're happiest just being together. On July 13th, 2024, Chris proposed down the shore at Sandy Hook, bringing our story full circle—back to the beach, back to where it all began. And now, you guessed it, we’re getting married by the water, surrounded by our favorite people. We can’t wait to celebrate our love and life with all of you—our family and friends—as we continue writing our love-shore-story.