May 2027 will mark just about ten years since Lizzy and Max first met on the eve of studying abroad in Saint Petersburg. Lizzy remembers being highly impressed by Max’s attempt to perform BNL’s “One Week” on one of the groups’ frequent visits to their beloved karaoke bar (those in the know will sympathize with how the verses’ speed and precision can catch one off guard), while Max remembers Lizzy as the girl who snubbed him while he was just trying to make friendly small talk (she disputes this). It’s no wonder then that it took a while for their romance to begin after reuniting in DC years later. A cinema-worthy first date in Max's hometown of Santa Cruz sealed the deal, and the pair became practically inseparable. In May 2026 Max proposed during an anniversary trip to Big Sur, overlooking the ocean at Point Lobos State Park. The local otters joined in the celebration.

Together, they love exploring new places, spending time on the water, finding great coffee shops, and cooking for friends. From San Francisco to Riga, they've made plentiful memories along the way and can't wait to mark the journey so far with all of you at a real gasser of a shindig in Washington, DC.