They met in band class. Amber was a freshman and Corey a senior. She made no secret that she had a crush on him, and her friends pushed him to ask her to be his girlfriend. When he did, Amber was so shy that she just nodded in agreement and then walked away. Corey didn't mind; he thought she was adorable.

Amber and Corey broke up in 2003, but never completely lost touch. Through multiple relationships, marriages, and children they remained friends. Though they didn't speak of it, their spark never died. And, as fate would have it, they found themselves exiting marriages at the same time. They supported one another. Vented during phone conversations and online gaming sessions. Their reunion was both accidental and natural, unexpected and easy. It felt like coming home after a long time away.