Julie and Justin's story began in 2021, amidst the virtual backdrop of an American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) meeting. Justin, serving as the younger member chair, organized a virtual event connecting the Corpus Christi branch with the Kingsville Student Chapter. Julie, then a student member on the cusp of graduation, was at her friend Sydney's house for the meeting, playing with Sydney’s dog, Turnip, in view of the camera.

Justin noticed the playful interaction and, intrigued, sent Julie a message asking if she was playing with the dog. Their conversation sparked, and Justin, seized by the moment, asked her out. Their first date was at Big House BBQ in Kingsville, Texas, where they shared laughter and stories, laying the foundation for what would become a deep and enduring relationship.

As their romance blossomed, Justin was soon sent to New York for offshore drilling, leaving Julie in kingsville to finish her Bachelor's Degree. This time apart helped them come to the conclusion they didn't want to be separated again. So when Justin returned to Corpus Christi they decided to move into the house Justin was renting together.

In December 2022, their love found a new home when they bought a house together and welcomed a new dog, Sweet Baby Ranger, into their lives. A year later, on the anniversary of that milestone, Justin proposed, marking the beginning of their next chapter together with a promise of forever.