Three years ago, Benett and Val downloaded an app called Hinge. They had no idea of the profound connections, love, and family it would help create. After they both made their profiles, it was only a matter of time before she messaged him. What did she message him? She obviously messaged him that she would emotionally steal his dog. To this response, he replied, "I'd like to see you try." He decided to continue to watch her "try to steal Danny" every day for the rest of his life when Benett proposed in July of 2024.