Karissa and Andrew’s love story began at the tender age of 14, amidst the hallways of Colonial 9th Grade Center. It was Karissa’s boldness that sparked their youthful romance, and though they ventured on separate paths, their friendship endured the test of time. In 2021, destiny intervened, bringing Andrew back into Karissa’s life, and they decided to make their bond official. Despite the distance that once separated them, their love blossomed during seven months of a long-distance relationship until fate brought Andrew back to Florida, where they embraced a new chapter together under one roof. On a picturesque day, April 2, 2023, against the backdrop of Melbourne’s serene beach, Andrew knelt before Karissa, professing his eternal love and asking for her hand in marriage. Karissa, a compassionate occupational therapist, found her perfect match in Andrew, who is on the cusp of graduating from pilot school, ready to soar to new heights together with his beloved.