How did your love story begin?

Surprisingly, we met on Tinder (in 2017). I wasn't really looking for/didn't think I'd find anyone. I also wasn't really ready for a serious commitment but he made it clear that he was willing to be there and wait until I was ready to open up and let him in. I think that part was really helpful in solidifying how much I could trust him and was a big factor in the security I feel with him & our relationship. This sounds so cliche but he really just goes out of his way to ensure that I feel...safe

What is your favorite memory you've shared as a couple?

I'm not sure if I could pick a favorite but a favorite memory/timeframe in general is probably just the entire summer of 2024; we got engaged in May after dating for 7 years, some of our best friends got married the next month so we got to be a part of that celebration, we found/purchased our first home & got to experience that together & got to create memories as being first time homeowners, together, with our 2 cats & dog.

What would you do with $20,000?

Honestly, the first part is probably boring, but they'd go to a combination of house repairs & our wedding this October. We bought an older house, built in 1897, last year & it has quite a few necessary projects to start on-like foundation/water/wiring repairs, kitchen repairs, AC updates, etc. As for the wedding, it's going to be small & intimate but still romantic & will involve the people we care about most. We aren't having a big event or reception-just a small ceremony followed by dinner.