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Our Story

The Story of Us

As everyone is well aware, COVID made all of our lives miserable. But during some of the craziest times we found each other. Both of us were tired of the normal dating scene and about to give up yet again with online dating when Nicole first “liked” Phil on Hinge. Phil later admitted that Nicole’s profile came across his feed as someone he might be interested in but was too scared to contact Nicole. As fate would have it, Nicole did not waste the opportunity. 

Dating during COVID was also uncharted and difficult. With most places being closed or outside dining only, combined with Maryland summers unwilling to participate; date location options were very limited. After meeting for dinner and drinks and sitting outside and chatting for a very long time, both Nicole and Phil could not wait to meet and chat again.  

After going on multiple dates and finding the right groove of outdoor venues and ideas, we entered a period of time where COVID decided to not allow us to see each other for quite a while. Phil had to travel for work (which got extended), and quarantine after. Nicole decided it would be a perfect time to catch COVID shortly after Phil returned home. After multiple weeks of separation, we were finally about to see each other again and can confirm that absence makes the heart grow fonder.  

Fast forward to December of 2021, Phil had purchased a ring and devised the perfect plan to surprise Nicole. Family and friends would meet in front of the Christmas tree in downtown Annapolis where Phil would purposely direct Nicole to “get a photo in front of the tree.”  With one week left to go prior to the big night, Nicole decided while driving home from a family holiday party that it would be a perfect time to have a discussion regarding the lack of a ring on her finger. Nicole’s level of disappointment was only compounded by Phil not speaking or addressing the discussion and sitting quietly petting Fresca. Needless to say, Nicole was utterly surprised and confused when they walked towards the tree and rounded a corner to see all the people she knows. “Why are all my friends here” and “Aren’t you watching my dog” were all she could say and think. Meanwhile, Phil forgot how to be a human and talk. It did not matter as the night was perfect and SHE SAID YES! 

Nicole & Phil

October 15, 2022  Baltimore, MD 

Nicole and Phil

October 15, 2022
5:30pm

Tabrizi's | Weddings on the Water
500 Harborview Drive, Baltimore, MD. 21230

The Big Day
TRAVEL

Courtyard by Marriott
Baltimore Downtown | McHenry Row

1803 Porter St. Baltimore, MD. 21230
(443) 853-9918

Portnoy & Ferenc Wedding Room Block
Start Date: Friday, Oct 14, 2022
End Date: Sunday, Oct 16, 2022
Last Day to Book Wednesday, Sept 14, 2022!

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