Sean towers over Alina, a gentle giant ready to protect her. She is his fun size love and when she smiles, she lights up his world. They were far from fashionably dressed when they first met. It was an Ugly Sweater Christmas party. Alina was rocking a reindeer sweater and Sean had on a Santa Paws sweatshirt. And yet they were drawn to each other. Soon they were talking, having a few drinks and playing games. They partnered up in one and lost, but began winning each other’s hearts.
“Maybe it was the reindeers on my sweater staring at him throughout the party or my coyness that caught his attention. He definitely caught mine with his gentleness, patience and sweet looks towards me. I love Sean. He’s easy going, very caring and very strong! He protects me and shows me an abundance of love through his actions. He’s my safe space especially when his arms are around me! I love him so much!”
Sean had instantly vibed with Alina. That first night when they had teamed up and played games, she already felt like his partner. “There are so many reasons I love Alina, but if I had to narrow it down to three, these stand out the most. First, she’s always supported me in everything I’ve done, from getting through nursing school to building my career, and even backing me as a die-hard Los Angeles Rams fan. Second, I love how much she loves family. She’s very family oriented and genuinely loves my family. That kind of connection means everything to me. And lastly, it’s the constant love she gives me every single day. She doesn’t just tell me she loves me—she shows it in the way she listens, supports, and stands by me every single day. Somehow, even when I’m annoying her or giving her a hard time, she still loves me with the same patience and heart. It’s that kind of unconditional love that makes her so special.”
So, after 8 years of being best friends, Sean knew she had to be his forever. On Lanikai Beach, at sunrise, as they sunk in the soft sand, he knelt and asked Alina to marry him. Alina said, “Yes,” to her soulmate.
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