Sean and Hannah’s paths crossed in early 2020 at Cuesta College in San Luis Obispo, California. Sean, a second-semester student and baseball player, balanced his time between the field and the classroom, while Hannah, in her first semester, was settling into college life in the picturesque town.

Their budding connection was interrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Cuesta’s lively campus went silent as classes shifted online, and Sean decided to move back to his hometown of San Jose, giving up his apartment in San Luis Obispo. Hannah stayed behind, living with her cousin Gerrica, and finding ways to adapt to the new normal.

A few months later, Hannah invited Sean to visit her in San Luis Obispo. What began as a short trip turned into months of shared adventures—beach days, hiking, and spontaneous road trips. They even added a Doberman pinscher named Wren to their little family.

As Sean completed his associate’s degree in Business Administration, he transferred to a university in Huntsville, Alabama, to continue his education and play baseball. This marked the start of a long-distance chapter for the couple, as Hannah remained in California to finish her studies.

Though the distance was difficult, Sean and Hannah made it work with nightly calls, virtual movie dates, and carefully planned visits. Over two years, Sean earned both a bachelor’s in Sports Management and a master’s in Business Administration while excelling on the baseball field. Meanwhile, Hannah completed her bachelor’s degree in Child Development online, which allowed her to visit Sean more often. Eventually, she joined him in Huntsville for his final year of school, closing the gap in their relationship.

In May 2023, they both graduated and returned to California for a celebratory summer. During a trip to the coast, Sean proposed, and Hannah said yes, marking the start of their next adventure.

The couple relocated to Nashville, Tennessee, where Sean began a management training role and Hannah started teaching at a private child development center. Together, they embraced the challenges of starting new careers and building a life in a vibrant city.

From their first meeting at Cuesta to navigating long-distance love and moving across the country, Sean and Hannah’s story is a testament to resilience, teamwork, and an unwavering commitment to each other.