As with many busy, young professionals these days, Nicole and Kevin’s story didn’t begin with “Once upon a time...” but instead with the truly romantic “Join OKcupid now!” Unbeknownst to him, Kevin messaged Nicole so quickly after their match that she had yet to complete her profile beyond just a few short (yet witty!) paragraphs. Still, their back-and-forth conversation became casual and comfortable just as fast, leading to a first date not long after. The two went for a record, spending over four hours talking and getting to know one another at a rooftop bar -- and unfortunately forgetting to eat, discounting the shared brussel sprouts appetizer and glasses of wine. Thankfully, subsequent outings visiting the Space Shuttle, perusing a night market, and checking out a wild, fleeting art exhibit were even more successful in filling their hearts, minds, and stomachs. Their coupling was then officially approved once Nicole’s pup Rosie happily signed off with a furious wag of the tail. Love only continued to blossom from then on as they celebrated four years together last May.