Fernando and Audrey first met in high school. They knew of each other but didn't truly connect until a group project during their sophomore year. Audrey picked Fernando as her partner—not because they were friends, but because he was known for being a good student. In the end, Audrey did most of the project while Fernando teased her for planning too far ahead—a preview of their dynamic to come.

It wasn’t until senior year, in December 2017, that they finally connected. A Hamlet play for extra credit led to their first date at an Italian restaurant. From that night on, they began spending more time together, realizing that their connection was something special—one worth pursuing. When they graduated, they decided to try a long-distance relationship, with Fernando attending The University of Notre Dame and Audrey studying at The University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Despite the miles, they kept their relationship strong through hours of FaceTime calls and mid-semester visits. It wasn’t always easy, but they had the unwavering support of their family and friends, which made all the difference.

After graduation, they both returned to the Dallas-Fort Worth area to begin their careers, settling into a rhythm of coffee dates, time with family, and plenty of college football—simple moments that became the foundation of their life together.

On June 22, 2024, Fernando proposed at a nature preserve, just the two of them. It was a quiet, intimate moment that marked the beginning of their next chapter.

Now, as they prepare for their wedding in Verona, Italy, they look forward to celebrating their love surrounded by their closest family and friends—an unforgettable beginning to their life together.

A&F

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