A common saying is that “we find love in the strangest of places”, but for us, it wasn’t the case. We looked for love in the strangest of places while it was close-by all along. Overall, God had a plan and he led us right into it. If not that I had known Alaba for over 10 years, I could have confidently used the popular phrase; “It was love at first sight” but anyways, it was love at “first thought”. While I cannot recall the exact time we met; having grown up in the same local church, attended the same secondary school, went to the same university, and served in the same executive body of our campus youth fellowship, we have been in a close circle for quite a time and have been good friends. From the first day, I conceived the thought, “I like Alaba and I would like to spend the rest of my life with her,” I have never had any doubt since then. Having prayed about it, I was convinced, and I was confident to express my feelings and intentions. I remember that very night when she said, “I feel the same way and I saw it coming”. I felt so fulfilled and said, “I will be sending an email to my departmental graduate coordinator that I do not need a PhD anymore.” Lol! Having Alaba come into my life has been the most fulfilling experience for me yet. I have come to know this beautiful, intelligent, God fearing, and compassionate lady. Knowing that I am going to spend the rest of my life with such an amazing lady is indeed fulfilling. Our love has grown so much and it's unbelievable that we have made this progress together within a short time. Having you as a confidant, counselor, and best friend has changed my life in all aspects. Who wouldn’t make such a beautiful damsel their wife if they had the opportunity? I will not forget to mention that you have taught me kindness and exemplified it. I could go on and on about how you are such a stunner until words fail me. I love you to a million galaxies and back, and I might need a million lifetimes to express the magnitude of love I have for you; nevertheless, I am going to savor it every day that I live and love you the best way possible. With you I found peace and I am going to do forever with you.