A&G

Upon landing in Canada from the Philippines on Christmas day in 2019, Angel's best friend convinced her to give Tinder a shot, just as Gavin decided to join the app. Their paths aligned, and when they matched, it sparked an instant connection. This led to countless sleepless nights, filled with laughter and getting to know each other, ultimately blossoming into something special.

When Angel rolled in two hours late for their first date, Gavin got a crash course in "Filipino time"! Both a bit shy, Gavin was pleasantly surprised when Angel, with a subtle gesture, extended her hand, creating a moment that eased their nerves and set the tone for something special. Both had a lovely time exploring the aquarium and the evening concluded with a fun introduction to Korean BBQ, one of Angel's favorites. In the cold of the night, it became clear that the two had kindled a connection beyond expectations. What started as plans to meet three times that week evolved into an enduring journey, and today, they stand together, a testament to the unexpected magic of that first romantic encounter.

Three years later, Gavin was convinced Angel was the one. With tickets to visit Angel's family in the Philippines, he saw the perfect proposal setting. Gavin, being all sneaky, stashed the ring at work to keep it a surprise. Enter Angel, who, like a ring detective, discovered the white paperbag in a drawer during a lunch visit. Gavin, in a slick move, blamed a forgetful customer, but the jig was up. Thinking he outsmarted Angel, Gavin tried a new hiding spot for the ring – his dresser. Cue the packing chaos for their trip, and lo and behold, Angel unearthed the same paper bag. Red-faced Gavin, desperately thinking on his feet, declared it was just medicine. At this point, the proposal ring was getting more airtime than a celebrity on vacation! The Philippines trip was a blast, and as the grand finale approached, Gavin decided it was time to take the plunge—literally. They landed in Palawan, and Gavin had a genius plan for a private yacht on their first night. The stage was set for a dreamy proposal at sea. However, in a plot twist worthy of a rom-com, the hotel attendant spilled the beans right in front of Angel. Oblivious to the impending nautical surprise, Angel promptly shut down Gavin's yacht dreams, sending his elaborate plans sailing out the window and into the ocean. 🌊💍 After navigating multiple hurdles (thanks to Angel's stubbornness), she finally surrendered, and with a mix of relief and triumph, said yes. The proposal, much like the yacht plan, had a few unexpected twists, but hey, at least it all ended with a happily ever after! 🚤😄💕