Connect How did your love story begin?

We met working at Hollister—it was love at first sight. I switched my shifts just to be near Meghan. Though hesitant at first since we were coworkers, I knew she was the one. I kept asking her out until she said yes to seeing Christmas lights. Our second date was meeting my family on Christmas Day. That holiday changed everything. From young love to lifelong partners, 12 years later, we’re getting married—and it still feels like the beginning.

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

Our engagement after 12 years together was unforgettable—tears, laughter, and a thousand memories rushing back. But our favorite memory will always be those early holidays: cozy, full of lights, family, and falling in love. Watching each other grow through every chapter—highs and lows—has created a bond deeper than words. Our love story is stitched together by little moments that feel like magic in hindsight.

What would you do with $20,000?

We’d invest in starting our family—something we’ve prayed and planned for. From creating a safe, loving home to supporting fertility if needed, this would be our launch into parenthood. We’d also give back to the family who shaped us—helping our loved ones as they’ve helped us. For us, love means building a future together, not just for ourselves, but for the generations to come.