Courtney and Patrick met after chatting on a dating app for a few weeks. They realized they had a lot in common, including similar beliefs and interests. They decided to meet for dinner at El Barzon on October 3, 2020. They connected immediately and have been inseperable since!

In February 2022, they decided to move to Naples, Florida, where they moved into their first apartment together. In April 2022, they welcomed their fur-baby Nellie home.

On August 7, 2024, Patrick and Courtney got engaged. He brought her to the beach, got down on one knee, and asked her to marry him. They had a picnic and watched the sunset in utter joy that they get to spend the rest of their lives together!