Ale & Simone met online, then in person on the Victoria Day Long weekend. This led to many trips between Edmonton and Calgary, discovering lovely spots in and outside both cities.

Simone has always been a "Prairie Girl" and made sure early on to take Ale on a discovery trip of her Saskatchewan roots

Plenty of fun early on with the whole gang (the "gaggle")

Simone overcame her fear of heights to climb up a mountain...and decided that she should return to Calgary

Plenty of parties and fun

Simone "encouraged" Alejandro to get into X-Country skiing

Family time has been abundant, especially if it includes outdoor activities. Rain or shine, hot or cold!

Edmonton is a special place for both of us. So many memories and discoveries along the way.

In April 2023 we attended a friend's wedding in Sweden. It was an unforgettable trip to Europe with at least 20,000 steps a day!

Simone, Lucia and Marina relocated to Calgary in June 2023. It was great to be reunited with old friends, closer to family and cherry on top - cohabitation began!

Mountain Biking too! Why not?

First family trip to Orlando with all the kids!

Cruising over new year...full on Martinez family introduction and reunion