Fatih. Love. Forever.

Like so many modern love stories, theirs began with a swipe — on Hinge, to be exact. The app’s slogan says it all: “The dating app designed to be deleted.” From Dominique’s perspective, Hinge was the best app choice for someone looking for a real, lasting connection — and she was right. Within just 48 hours of signing up, she matched with John, and only a few days later, they were sitting across from each other on their very first date. The rest, as they say, is a beautiful history — one filled with laughter, faith, and the kind of love you don’t have to swipe to find.

What started as a quick mini golf and lunch date turned into a ten-hour adventure filled with fun, food, laughter, and conversation that never seemed to end. Time flew by, and by the end of the night, both John and Dominique knew — this was their last first date.

“I left my heart in San Francisco, High on a hill, it calls to me…” This song, made famous by Tony Bennett, has never felt truer than the weekend of the proposal. What Dominique thought would be a simple couple’s getaway — filled with scenic views, perfect weather, wine tastings, and unforgettable memories — turned into the most beautiful and thoughtfully planned surprise. John had arranged every detail with care: a private driver, a winery tour, a breathtaking sky view, and even a stealthy photographer waiting patiently in the bushes to capture the moment Dominique said yes. San Francisco will forever hold a special place in their hearts — the city where their forever began.

Life is full of unexpected detours. Not everything unfolds the way you once imagined it would as a child. After more than forty years of life experience, both Dominique and John have learned that life isn’t about what happens to you — it’s about how you choose to respond. It’s about finding purpose in the pauses, lessons in the challenges, and hope in every new beginning. How sweet it is to have a second chance at true love. The couple looks forward to the future with joy, embracing the beauty of their blended families and all the blessings that come with them. “True love stories never have endings.” — Richard Bach

“I have found the one whom my soul loves.”