Sean and I matched on Hinge in October 2020, and from our very first date on Halloween night, we knew we had found something special. We spent hours talking about our lives, families, friends, and dreams for the future. What followed was nearly three years of a medium-distance relationship—Sean in Sierra Vista and later Phoenix, and me in Tucson.

Those years weren’t always easy, but every weekend road trip was worth it because we both believed our relationship could go the distance. When Sean finally relocated to Tucson, we couldn’t have been happier to share the same city! Now that we get to see each other every day, it’s hard to imagine how we ever managed to be apart.

Sean has brought so much adventure into my life, encouraging me to push past my limits—whether it's trying new foods, camping trips, ski lessons, or even overcoming my fear of snakes! In return, I’ve loved introducing Sean to my world: showing him what it means to be a Tucsonan and introducing him to my beautiful Mexico.

Our journey together has been filled with joy, laughter, and love, and we can’t wait to celebrate the beginning of this new chapter with all of you!