It was a beautiful day in May 2024 when Tami and I first crossed paths through the hair business. No, I’m not a hairdresser—but I was Tami’s favorite client, and I absolutely loved the way she made me look. From the very beginning, it was clear there was something special between us. Shortly after that May, we finally had the chance to get to know each other more deeply, and it didn’t take long for us to realize we were right—we were meant to be something beautiful together.

Life, however, had its own plans. I had to make a major decision to move clear across the United States to Virginia, where my sister and her family live. Tami, being the most understanding person I know, was willing to take that journey with me—something I’m still so incredibly grateful for. I had to move quickly due to a job transfer, while Tami had to remain behind for three more months.

During that time apart, Tami visited, and we used those visits to explore our new world together. One of those trips led us to one of our most precious blessings: Ramsey, our wonderful French Bulldog. On Tami’s second visit, we took a road trip to Pennsylvania and picked out our new furry child—beautiful, sweet, and loved beyond measure.

Together, even while living in two different states, we began creating memories in many new places. We traveled to new states, tried new things, and discovered just how lucky we were to share so much—especially our love for attending sporting events.

In October, moving day came. It was bittersweet—hard to leave family, but exciting because it marked the beginning of an endless journey together. Since settling in Virginia, we’ve gotten Tami back on track with her profession, and I’ve been fortunate to continue growing in mine.

This past year has blessed us with unforgettable experiences: seeing New York City in its magical holiday spirit, spending a gorgeous week in the Outer Banks with family, attending countless football games in multiple states, and taking Tami to her very first Los Angeles Dodgers game—right in Baltimore.

Through all the joy, Tami has also been my strength. During a rough patch in my life, she remained patient, positive, and unwavering. I will forever be grateful for her support, her heart, and her faith in us.

And somewhere along this journey, I realized what had been true for a long time—I want to spend the rest of my life with this woman.

So, on October 12, 2025, at the Baltimore Ravens vs. Los Angeles Rams game, I asked Tami to be my wife.

And—because we’re writing our story one beautiful chapter at a time, and because our next big chapter begins on September 7, 2026—

she said YES.