2020 was the year I first met Badal. We were in the middle of a pandemic still waiting for vaccines and a way back to normalcy. At that time I was living with my mom and dad in NJ despite my place in new york city. I loved the comfort of home with my Parents. Little did I know that this man was soon going to become my home away from home. Badal and I first started talking on a dating app and after a couple of lengthy texts he said "let me take you out." Didn't ask... more like told me that he's taking me out. I agreed, because he was persistent, cute, and I needed to get out of the house lol. I think I was a bit late for our first date but he was very sweet and patient over text. In person, Badal was extremely charming and more handsome than I anticipated. I thought he was too good to be true and didn't trust that he could actually be the one for me. We talked for hours and had the best time that evening. Since then, our relationship and fondness for each other grew stronger every day. Through good times and tough times, Badal showed me unwavering love, support, and kindness. Things only got better as I met the lovely Aurora family and ofcourse little Harman too. The way Badal treats my parents and loved ones, was something that made me fall in love with him even more. Over the years of getting to know each other, we've experienced the most adventurous vacations, delicious restaurants, and incredibly memorable fun times with each other and with the ones close to our heart. Badal and I's love story is yet to unfold and I cannot wait to see what the future holds <3

In fall of 2020 my life changed for the better. After chatting for some time on Hinge, I met this beautiful woman in the west village. Initially, I was dealing with many unread messages and days of unresponsiveness but somehow we made it to our first date. I got there early - as everyone knows I’m very punctual. Mallika on the other hand came 35 minutes late or as I like to count, 3 whiskeys later. She finally got there and I was extremely happy that 1) I wasn’t stood up and 2) because she was gorgeous. She lit up the whole restaurant with her beautiful smile. We enjoyed our evening with lots of oysters, mezcal, and great conversation. I knew then that Mallika was going to be a special person in my life. We went on a slew of dates after that. One that stands out was when we hung out on Mallika’s roof top. We had a perfect view of the Empire State Building while vibin out to ol’ blue eyes Frank Sinatra. It was an amazing night like many others that I just couldn’t get enough of. After the first of many vacations together, we both discussed meeting each others' families. We set up dates and the games began. Mallika was meeting my parents first. I was quite nervous, but Mallika was so loving, sweet, and of course late once again :) Ultimately Mallika and my parents hit it off and we had a great night. She showed my parents lots of love and respect. Then it was my turn to meet Mallika’s family. She was the nervous one this time, but don’t worry I wasn’t late. It was inviting to meet her parents, they made me feel at home right away. I could see where Mallika got her good looks, humor, and amazing personality from. Around this time is when I truly fell in love with Mallika. I worked tirelessly after that to make Mallika fall in love with me. Many vacations, restaurants, and getting engaged together I still have work to do. Our story is just beginning, and I’m tickled pink for what’s next.