Connect How did your love story begin?

Our love story began when fate and a dating app brought us back together. Jessica was escaping a hurricane in Florida, and I recognized her from middle school. One super like later, we were talking every day, even across 1,000 miles. Years passed, but when COVID brought her back to NYC, I knew I couldn’t let her go again. I found her, and we’ve been inseparable ever since. Me, her, and her dog Tito, who’s now my fur son and travel buddy.

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

Our favorite memory is getting engaged in Paris. At the Medici fountain at the Luxembourg Gardens, I asked her to be my forever. It felt like a scene out of a movie. Just the two of us, laughing, crying, and soaking in the moment. We dream of returning one day with our dog, Tito, by our side. Traveling together brings us so much joy, and with a little help, we’d love to make him part of our next unforgettable chapter.

What would you do with $20,000?

We’d use the $20,000 to plan the wedding of our dreams in Europe, bringing together our families from Albania and Poland for the first time. It would be a celebration of love, laughter, and unity. We’d also do everything we can to bring our dog Tito along, our little family wouldn’t be complete without him. This gift would help us turn our dream into a beautiful reality we’ll cherish forever.