How did your love story begin?

We met while living in the same college housing building. Bella was a softball jock; I was a bookish nerd. She’d just left a tough long-term relationship, and I had never dated before. Still, we became instant best friends, bonding over our love of cats, Criminal Minds, and matching dark senses of humor. At first dating wasn’t on our radar. She’d just left a tough long-term relationship, and I had never dated before. Six months later, we realized it was more than friendship - it was love.

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

Our favorite memory is our trip to Portugal - a joint graduation gift for Bella and a birthday gift for her dad. I was honored to join Bella and her parents on the adventure. We explored castles, coastlines, and cafés, soaking in the beauty of an international paradise. I bonded with her family, laughed until I cried, and shared unforgettable moments with the love of my life. It was the kind of trip that felt like magic from start to finish.

What would you do with $20,000?

We’d use the $20,000 to start our forever - buying engagement rings and having a wedding that reflects our love, our queer joy, and the community that brought us together. We want a celebration filled with laughter, happy tears, and the people who’ve supported us from the start. This would help turn our dreams into a reality and give us the foundation to begin the next chapter of our love story.