Blair and I met through the online dating service called Match.com, and it was an incredible start. She reached out to me first, and even though I went weeks without checking my profile, her message stood out the moment I logged in. We quickly exchanged phone numbers and spent hours on the phone building a genuine connection. After one week, I knew just chatting wasn't enough; I needed to meet her in person. We scheduled a date at Brio Italian Grill, and the chemistry was undeniable from the moment we met. She became my best friend.

On December 27, 2024, I proposed to her in New Orleans, a city I had always envisioned for this special moment. I may not have had every detail planned, but I knew that the moment would be extraordinary. We enjoyed a fantastic dinner at Doris Metropolitan, seated in a cozy, private room that set the perfect mood. The laughter we shared with the other guests created an unforgettable atmosphere. Just as a table of four got up to leave, I seized the moment, proposed, and confidently awaited her response. Her enthusiastic "yes" marked the beginning of our exciting journey together.