Mykael and AnaMaria
May 28, 2023
Some say Tinder is a scam, superficial or just used for hookups, well it is. However, every now and again the stars align, fingers are crossed, rainbows will shine on that big pot of gold and you will find the one. Ana being from Guam and Mykael from the Bay Area but just coming from Japan, both were new to San Diego. Since all the cool kids online date, they both were on it. On November 2nd a simple swiping right, brought together two people who had never met, but soon would never want to be apart.
Fourth of July was approaching, family was visiting from Guam, and everyone was FINALLY feeling safer to gather in large groups, so we wanted to host a Fourth of July party. Little did I know Mykael had big, big plans...
For over 9 months, Mykael had been meticulously planning the design of the engagement ring. He wanted it to be unique and resemble the Guam seal. Knowing that my family was coming into town, he reached out to them and asked for my Mom's permission. He designed two custom engagement boxes to commemorate our love for cats and started telling all our friends that the big day was coming up.One would think I would have picked up on a few signs - like the fact he went with me to get a mani/pedi and helped me pick out my nail design; or he refused to let me decorate the house because he said he was working and wouldn't have enough time. Everyone knows I LOVE to be festive.
When the party started, I was so focused on preparing the food and the number of people that were showing up. It didn't dawn on me until right before we were going to eat when my bridesmaid Kat was pulling my arm to come outside.
When I say he planned every detail, he made a playlist that he had coordinated different cues with friends a few days before. He had my sister facetime my best friend Tara in Boston. When I stepped out into the backyard and heard our song - Chris Lane "Big, Big Plans", I just couldn't stop balling with tears of joy. It was finally happening! His "coworker" I just met was actually a hired photographer, and when we walked into the house after pictures, the whole inside was decorated with engagement decorations and a big banner with our photo in the kitchen that said "Congratulations!"
Everything was perfect!
Tera is not only my younger sister, she is my best friend. Even though I used to purposely make her mad and she would throw the yellow Lil Tikes chairs at me from across the room, I can't imagine life without her. There is no one I would rather have as my Maid of Honor standing beside me on my big day.
I met Maria at a dinner party and I will never forget our first encounter when she told me she didn't like Guam. Taken back by her comment, I thought to write her off but in getting to know her more through out the night and many more dinners/drinks later, she has become a lifelong friend. She'll be coming all the way from Korea with her husband David.
Mykael’s oldest friend who is more like a brother than a friend. These two met in high school when it took only one corona to get someone drunk lol. Then they worked together at Best Buy and been friends about 20 years. A true definition of life long friends.
A Native of Staten Island, Cory is A brother from another mother. Cory and mykael met at their last command and bonded immediately. Even though their ship never moved, their is no one Mykael would rather go into battle with.
Who knew checking into a command back in 2015 and having a just a random conversation would create such a great friendship. Even tho we have directly opposing football views, we are very like like minded in the fact, you can’t threaten us with a good time.
Chef Jeff, a Illinois native is the reason why Mykael’s house parties started to have food. Out of the goodness of his heart(and a bottle of Jim Beam) he would come over before the parties and start to get down on the grill, creating some of the best House party food ever. A great guy and great friend.
First a roommate, then a friend and now a groomsman. It’s been 5 plus years living with him and I’ve loved it. Hailing from Pennsylvania, and being a little to proud to be a Eagles fan lol, he is the OG Cat Dad and the reason why I wanted cats again In my life.
Richard is Ana’s cousin and the first person who made Mykael feel truly welcome in this large loving Chamarro Family. He has seen the ups and downs but always made Mykael feel like family.
Ryan was once Mykael’s boss onboard USS Blueridge but over time he became a mentor, friend and even roommate. A dedicated father and friend, Ryan is a great person to have in your corner. Snow Ninjas for life!
A Texas born, prior navy IT who is a true Dallas Cowboys fan. Mykael and William met while serving onboard USS Blueridge. Whenever you are down and you need a laugh, this is the guy you call.
Luis was once Ana’s neighbor and witnessed Mykael first walk of shame from Ana’s house lol. Since then he has been a been the best friend to peer pressure you to go out and have a good time. The man knows how to live life.
One of the nicest guys with a heart the size of the great state of Texas where he is from. Mykael and Nestor have known each other since the early 2010’s and created great memories over spilled drinks
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