In the summer of 2019, their paths crossed through unconventional means. They spoke briefly through text message and afterwards Demarius’s curiosity rose and was eager to hear the voice of this person that was keeping him on his toes. On Thursday August 8, 2019, they went on their first date to Norfolk Seafood Company. Demarius was a bit hesitant to go there as Amelia had visited there for the first time weeks prior for her birthday with friends. Nonetheless, the experience was nothing short of amazing and felt like it was the first time for them both. The evening prolonged and Mermaid winery followed. They talked, laughed and shared their interests into the night. The following day Demarius decided another date was inevitable and wanted to ensure the authenticity of this Jamaican bred woman. They often joke about people claiming places they aren’t from just to sound exotic and he later on came to terms with the potency of the accent. Demarius and Lailah’Jade met the same year and immediately clicked as if they knew each other in a different life. Immediately, family time became a part of their weekly schedule and Lailah’Jade would not hesitate with the prompt reminder days before. Covid struck the following year and their true love and faith was solidified. Since then, many birthdays have been celebrated, love challenged, spending almost a year apart and like any other couple, trials and tribulations faced. Demarius decided on January 24, 2024 that he could no longer wait forever for forever with the love of his life. They are blessed to have embarked on this journey and look forward with the grace of God for what the future awaits. #HowetoLove