Tony and Stephanie were born and raised in the Chicagoland area. While they both attended the University of Iowa, the two didn't cross paths until one special Bridesmaid played matchmaker on the unforgettable 4th of July, 2015. Cailie Mau was Stephanie's roommate in Chicago at the time, so naturally Steph invited her “other half” to be her date for the highly anticipated “Fare Thee Well” Grateful Dead show. Mau's old pal, then stranger to Stephanie, was in town from Denver and happened to, also, be channeling his inner "Deadhead" that night. The girls' view was obstructed, so they eagerly accepted Tony's offer to lure them onto the field where he and his crew were grooving the night away. Being the "bad boy" gent Stephanie sought after, Tony embraced her hand and snuck the two girls by security. Steph & Tony’s hands remained locked and fireworks sparked! The couple went back and forth from Denver to Chicago, never exceeding 3 weeks apart. After 18 months of honeymoon phase, Steph's persuasive nature prevailed and Tony committed to leaving the adult playground of CO to be with the girl of his dreams (TF here) ;-) Reluctantly, Tony packed his sedan with all his possessions, kissed the sunshine goodbye, and tried to stay awake through the never-ending state of Nebraska...what sacrifice. After months of overindulging in D’Amatos pizza and Smoke Daddy BBQ, Tony popped the question in their Wicker Park apartment on 12/23/17. Stephanie was overjoyed to spend her life with her new “other half." Tony was now off the hook! It was Stephanie's turn to show her devotion to a lifetime of happiness and she did just that. In 2018 the couple headed west for their next chapter. They’ve soaked up their engagement the last 2+ years in the heart of downtown Denver, enjoying a myriad of concerts, including the Dead & Co. every 4th to relive that magical first night. Stephanie and Tony cannot wait for "One More (magical) Saturday Night" with ALL their favorites this time.