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Home • Love & Sex

Just Engaged: Rosetta and Tommie

When Tommie asked Rosetta to invite all of their friends over for a Cinco de Mayo party, she had no idea she was planning her own surprise engagement! 
Love's a Blast
Cendino Teme Photography
By Myeisha Essex · Updated October 28, 2020
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The Lucky Lady: Rosetta Hill, 31, Veterinarian

Her Leading Man: Tommie Conner, 35, Registered Nurse

The Big Day: May 5, 2013

Wedding Location: Cancun, Mexico

Where and how did you meet your man?

Tommie and I met at a Superbowl house party in 2006.

Were you looking for love at the time? 

Not really, but I’ve always been a total optimist when it comes to love so I thought anyone I met could potentially be ‘the one.’

What was your first impression of him?

He seemed cool, kind of corny — just like me.

What was his first impression of you? 

He was breath-taken, of course! 

At what moment did you know he was “The One” for you? 

It’s the weirdest thing, but it was very, very early on in our relationship. I was at his house one day, and we were getting ready to go somewhere. I took a picture of us on my phone, and once I saw that picture, I remember telling my sister, ‘We look so cute together; we are going to get married one day.’

Why is he the best man for you?

So many reasons, but I’ll keep it short: He is a wonderful provider, he has a plan for our future, he is the male version of me, in that, he is corny, loves to have a good time and is pretty laid back. He completes me. I love him so much!

Photos: Cendino Teme Photography