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The Bachelorcouple opens up about their post-show plans.
ForBachelorviewers, Joey Graziadeisseason was just as much an experience online as it was on screen.
Its definitely different to watch reality TV shows after being on a reality TV show, Joey says.
Hisproposal to Kelseyduring the March 25 finale could go down as one of Bachelor Nations sweetest moments.
Kelsey,you made a TikTokabout your lip tattoo.
Whats the story behind that?
And did that come up with Joey during filming?
Kelsey:I did tell Joey about it.
I actually got it in honor of a homeless man.
He was just such a sweet man, and he was always so happy.
It was a big part of my college experience.
Youve said ithurt a littlewhen theinitial spoilerabout your season said you werent together.
How did Joey reassure you during the monthsafter production wrapped?
Kelsey:Joey was very understanding of my feelings through all of this.
Sometimes he was like, Does this upset you?
Joey:Yeah, its a tough part of this.
I mean, spoilers happen I dont know how often theyre actually incorrect.
I dont think either side really loved it, but we cant control it.
And she did such a good job staying strong through it.
Because they know me so well.
So, yeah, its been there the whole time.
Joey, youve mentioned feeling really certain about Kelsey as the season started to wind down.
Was there ever a point in the process where you thought,We could leave together now.
We could end this in a different way?
And I dont look back [with] any regret because they had their special moment.
I know Im with the person that I should be with.
I love that you got intocouples counselingstraight away.
Can you tell me about that decision?
Kelsey:The show gave us that opportunity, which was awesome.
It really helped with our communication styles and learning more about each other.
So we tried to do it right away, and its been so crucial for us.
You shared your plans to move to New York this summer.
How did that come about?
Joey:She wanted to go to New York!
I want to support her with it, and Im excited, too.
I think its going to be a great place for us.
Kelsey:Yeah, like I might hate it, but I need to experience it.
This interview has been edited and condensed for clarity.
