Our Story

Brad and Marisa's love story began amidst the enchanting backdrop of Electric Forest music festival in Michigan, June 2019. Surrounded by the vibrant energy of friends, art, and music, their hearts intertwined, and they discovered a connection that would forever change their lives.

Marisa and Brad at Electric Forest 2019

Despite the distance between their respective cities, Boston and Brooklyn, Brad and Marisa's love grew stronger with each passing day. They embarked on a journey of exploration, visiting each other whenever possible, and nurturing their bond through long phone conversations and shared experiences in each other's hometowns. It became clear that their paths were destined to converge.

Marisa and Brad visiting Acadia in 2019, taking a selfie on the coast.

When the world faced the challenges of the pandemic, Brad and Marisa found solace in each other's presence. They spent the initial three months together in Lexington, MA, strengthening their love and support for one another. As Brad prepared to return to Brooklyn, Marisa made the decision to join him, and in August 2020, they took the significant step of moving in together.

Marisa and Brad on the Brooklyn Bridge during the pandemic in 2020 on a cold day in December.

Their love continued to flourish over the next three years, and Brad knew that Marisa was the one he wanted to spend the rest of his life with. On a beautiful day at the Brooklyn Botanical Garden, surrounded by the love and support of both their families who had gathered to celebrate Brad's birthday, he got down on one knee and proposed to Marisa. The garden became a symbol of their blossoming love, and the presence of their loved ones made the moment even more special.

Shortly after Brad proposed to Marisa with the rest of the family in Brooklyn Botanical Garden on May 28th, 2022.

As they embark on this new chapter of their lives together, Brad and Marisa recently moved into their second apartment in Brooklyn. They share their home with their beloved Tibetan Terriers, Sadie and Willow, who bring even more joy and laughter into their lives. With each passing day, their love grows stronger, and they look forward to a future filled with endless adventures and cherished moments together.

Family photo in Fort Myers, Florida