We had our first date on / Monday night, January 8th 2018 after meeting and talking on an online dating site at the Sandbar at Desert Ridge in Phoenix, Arizona. Though we hadn't met until we were well into our thirties, we realized that we found the true love that we had not yet experienced but always longed for. All those years were worth wait when it comes to meeting your person in life. When we brought home our Boxer Rhea, we had found the home, family and love we always wanted. Life was wonderful together.

Then, September 18th, 2023, 5 years later on another Monday night, Dean surprised Liz by popping the question and of course the answer was a loud YES!!! Liz burned the baked ziti after being elated at such a wonderful surprise but even then, the night couldn't have been more perfect. Life was perfect. Unfortunately, Dean was deployed with the Army shortly after that and the wedding would be pushed out to 2025. We are so excited to be able to wed on May 24th, 2025 at the beautiful Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral and to be able to celebrate with those we love!

We thank all those who have loved us and both sides of the family who have embraced the other in such a wonderful way. For both sets of parents to get along so fantastically was a blessing and made our hearts even more full. We couldn't be more fortunate and grateful to have your support and love. We can't wait to share this next step in our lives with you.

We love you all and look forward to celebrating with you!