Ena and Anders didn't know they were neighbors until they met at a workout - they both returned every day, secretly hoping to see each other again. After one heated race around the block, not even a chipped tooth could stop their first date. The two shut the ice cream shop down that night, pleased and bewildered at how it felt like they had already known each other. Soon after came a list of adventures: boat yoga in Seattle, skiing in Whistler, and surfing in San Diego.
After Ena and Anders visited Croatia together for the first time, he knew she was the one! He excitedly told his family he was planning a proposal. Autumn 2019 was therefore filled with delicate planning and preparation, as he conspired with both sets of parents for the perfect sea-inspired proposal - with help from loved ones along the way. New Year's Day 2020 started at the Hotel Del Coronado with a beach walk, routine coffees and snacks in hand. The sun was shining on this breezy day as Anders unfolded his carefully written note, professing his love for Ena. He bent his knee on the sand while his sister and brother-in-law hid with a camera. After many happy tears were shed from both sides, Ena said "yes" and they ran hand in hand into the sea.