Marshall and Victoria first crossed paths in January 2020 during a friends' trip to Hood River. Though they had never met before, sparks flew when Marshall arrived late and was immediately drawn to Victoria. His heart truly raced when the group started playing games and her competitive spirit shone through. For Victoria, however, the connection developed more gradually. After that unforgettable weekend, life took an unexpected turn with a global pandemic, and the two lost touch for several months. But as social media became the lifeline for so many, it became theirs too. Just a week before Victoria was set to move back to Florida, Marshall reached out to reconnect. Although they didn’t get to meet up before her departure, they began messaging daily, igniting a bond that would only grow stronger. From September 2020 to August 2021, Victoria and Marshall made it a point to visit each other every month, navigating the distance between Florida and Oregon. By January 2021, they decided to make their relationship official, and after nearly a year apart, Victoria took the leap and moved back to Oregon. Being in the same city felt like coming home. In February 2022, they took the next big step and moved in together in Milwaukie, OR. Together, they embraced adventure—joining a kickball team, traveling to Canada and Spain, and making memories kayaking in the summer sun, hiking through nature, exploring new restaurants, and enjoying time with friends. In October 2023, in a magical moment surrounded by friends at a beautiful winery not far from where they first met, Marshall proposed to Victoria, marking the beginning of their forever. Since getting engaged, they’ve welcomed Pepper and Ash, their playful cats, into their family. We are excited to embark on this journey together, filled with love, travel, and cherished moments with those we hold dear. Cheers to love, laughter, and happily ever after! Victoria & Marshall