After matching on Hinge, Michael decided to stalk Lizzie deep on Instagram. He stumbled across a picture from over 5 years ago, of Lizzie wearing a Montauk Lobster Roll t-shirt. As luck would have it, Michael had the same exact shirt. With zero shame he sent Lizzie a picture of it, signaling that he had been engaging in some online sleuthing. In spite of these actions, they decided to meet. After a big reveal/unmasking to make sure no one was being cat fished they were able to confirm each other’s identity and they made their way to a table at the 5 Milestone. (Fun fact: as per Lizzie's request, Michael wore the lobster roll shirt.) Through her laughter Lizzie snuck a snapchat of Michael and sent it to all her friends, writing “my new favorite person.” Lizzie knew then, this is her person. It was a whirlwind romance. After only 6 weeks Michael asked Lizzie to go on a weekend getaway over Labor Day Weekend. They decided on Newport, RI, which to this day they return to each summer. During their first trip when it came time to leave on Sunday, Michael asked Lizzie if they should stay one more night. That’s when they both knew, they found love in a hopeless pandemic. It was not only Lizzie’s heart that Michael stole. Her fur baby Miss. Zoie Rigatoni was quite taken as well. Michael is Zo’s “Paw” now, and she could not love him more. Some may even say she takes her love a bit too far! (Photos available upon request). After ambushing Lizzie in the living room Memorial Day Weekend 2022, Lizzie agreed to be Michael’s bride. He whisked her away for a weekend in Montauk. When they were done eating all the lobster rolls on Long Island, they headed home to plan their wedding. Details to follow.