We met the modern way—on Tinder. What started as a swipe turned into something unforgettable. Our first date was a big bowl of Pho at a cozy Vietnamese restaurant, followed by games and laughter at Dave & Buster’s. I was drawn to Vince’s blue eyes and kind heart, and he was instantly taken by my smile and laugh. Over the past eight years, we’ve built a life full of adventure, resilience, and love. One of our biggest challenges was Vince’s 10-month deployment, but even that came with a silver lining—we adopted the best cat ever, Ted, who’s been our little sidekick ever since. We’ve always loved exploring new places and trying new foods, whether it’s a weekend road trip or discovering a hidden gem of a restaurant. Vince proposed during a hiking trip to Mirror Lake State Park, surrounded by nature and quiet beauty. After I said yes, we celebrated with food and drinks at Ishnala Supper Club—one of our favorite spots. Now, we’re stepping into the next chapter of our lives together. We are most excited about a lifetime of travel, culinary adventures, and building a family together.