We originally met in 2012 through our mutual friends, Lauren and Tyler. I was living in Arkansas and Michael was in OKC. We were just friends for years but always had the best conversations when we would see each other, usually about music. Fast forward to 2016 when I decided to make the move to OKC. I remember the night perfectly. We had been texting about our mutual love for Sturgill Simpson's new album when he asked what I had planned for the night. (Remember, up until this point we had just been friends). He asked if I would be interested in grabbing dinner or drinks, in which I responded; "Sure, want me to see what everyone else is up to?". I had NO IDEA he meant JUST ME, on a DATE. I was oblivious. I still feel like such an idiot for not picking up what he was putting down. He cleared up my confusion by letting me know he meant dinner or drinks for just the two of us... I was obviously very embarrassed but so so excited. We met for drinks at our favorite bar, Sidecar and the rest is history! I never tried to invite all our friends on another date again :)