forever starts here...

This is a love story of two people, Skylar Anderson & Christian Mallett, who both grew up in sunny Southern California, only to both head off to different states for college. Christian moved to Washington D.C. to attend Howard University, while Skylar made her way to Phoenix to study at Arizona State University. Years later, when Christian matched at a behavioral health agency in Arizona for his predoctoral internship, he had a sense God wanted him in Arizona. He arrived with a sense of purpose and excitement, ready to discover whatever waited for him there. Lo and behold, when Christian saw Skylar’s profile on the dating app Hinge, her bright smile and bubbly personality jumped through the screen! He immediately noticed how much in common they shared - California roots, Christian faith backgrounds, and careers centered around helping children. Their first call flowed seamlessly, as they talked about self-care, a shared passion for music, and spirituality. Soon afterwards, in those days between Christmas and New Years, they met for their first date at a speakeasy in Downtown Phoenix, where they joked around, talked about their families, and nerded out over Game of Thrones. They also shared their first kiss that very night, and Christian ended up driving her home (yes, Christian broke TWO of Skylar's first date rules!!😱). Sky had also recently lost her paternal grandmother, and left to California for 2 weeks. When she traveled back to Arizona, Christian lifted Sky’s spirits for their second date with a bowling night (yes, he beat her). By their third date, they were exchanging vinyl records at local record stores and carrying on both the Anderson and Mallett family tradition of playing dominoes (and yes, he beat her again..🙄). In the midst of their romance they quickly decided to become exclusive as they recognized the prize person in front of them. Early on, Skylar supported Christian through a surgery recovery, by making him lasagna, hanging out with him, and bringing his favorite snacks. When Valentine’s Day arrived, they found themselves in a playful competition to outdo each other with thoughtful gifts, realizing just how special their bond had become. They fell in love fast and wholeheartedly. In May, Christian graduated with his PhD from Howard University, and despite the relationship being new, Skylar couldn't imagine not being there to celebrate with him and his family. How could she explain to their future children (...she WAS already thinking of future children at this point🤭) why she wasn't there? It happened quick, but she was in love with the man in front of her, and she couldn't imagine spending her life with anyone else. Skylar supported Christian in his decision to pursue his dream job as a psychologist with Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health. When Christian got the job, the two decided to continue their relationship long distance, and both put forth efforts to visit each other to continue to deepen their connection. Though she was still in Arizona, and their plan wasn't clear yet, he also supported her in taking the next step in her career. Over time, it became clear that they wanted to face life’s joys and challenges side by side, for the rest of their lives. The most magical place on earth became a part of their story when Skylar said “Yes!” to Christian’s engagement proposal at Disneyland. Now, they look forward to marriage, blending their lives, and building a family of their own. Yes, you can find true love on Hinge! 😉❤︎⁠