It all started at a chaotic Halloween party in Denton, TX, back in 2020. Chris, 25, showed up expecting costumes, snacks, and maybe a game of beer pong—not to be completely bewitched by the hostess herself. McKenna, 21, dressed as Maleficent (yes, with full horns and a staff), somehow managed to host and steal his heart at the same time.

He waited a whole month to reach out (classic Chris move), but when he finally did, the sparks flew all over again. Just as things were heating up, McKenna caught Covid and was stuck home alone for Christmas—with only her cat Hades and sad holiday playlists to keep her company. Chris, in full rom-com fashion, left his family’s Christmas early, grabbed some snacks, and showed up with a mask, a movie queue, and pure determination.

They sat across the room, watched bad Christmas movies, and laughed until they cried. And just like that, he turned a miserable Christmas into one they’d never forget. That quiet, thoughtful gesture began a love story built on kindness, connection, and unwavering care. And from that day on, their hearts have only grown closer.