As they say, Mother knows best and that holds true with our relationship. August 8, 2018: After exchanging conversation and pictures at Strip Steak, my mom (Kathy) gave my number to Tim’s mom (Rose Mary). My mom called me that night to tell me about a wonderful conversation she had with a lovely lady and that she had given her my number so she could pass it on to her son. I didn’t think much of it but did try to find him on social media. August 9, 2018: The next day! I receive a call from a 631 number as i am at my bosses house setting up for a company barbecue. I figured no way this is him, so I answered. Much to my surprise - it was Tim! First thought: wow, thats a Long Island accent if I’ve ever heard one! We agreed to meet up over the next week or so. August 17, 2018: I take the train from NYC to Hampton Bays (yes, 3 hours to meet a stranger at his boat) - probably not the smartest idea looking back. Tim picks me up from the train station and we head to hang out on the boat for a few drinks. We had great conversation the entire night and just before we left to head home, we had our last first kiss. Tim got us an uber home, leaving his car at the dock 40 minutes from home just to make sure I got home safe. What a gentleman! The next morning I wake up to a text, asking if he can drop me at the train station. How sweet! We spend the rest of the summer weekends on the boat or basically just doing anything that involves being with one another. From that summer on, it’s safe to say we were inseparable and still are.
We grew up on the same street, but never knew each other! Brigid is named after her great grandmother, whose maiden name was Brigid Curtin. We met on August 17, which is Brigid’s parents anniversary. Tim’s parents anniversary is November 17. Seems like 7 a good number so we are sticking with it, hence our wedding date!