We technically met years ago through mutual friends, but we were both busy starring in the wrong movies with other costars. Let’s just say the timing was "off," mistakes were made, and we took the scenic route to find each other. Looking back, we wouldn't change a thing, because it led us to Halloween 2021. That night, we reconnected and talked until the sun came up. I realized I was interested, but I needed to be sure. So, I deployed a tactical maneuver: I "accidentally" sent Jacob a Snapchat fit check that was definitely meant for the girls. The caption read: "Fit for the farmers market." Jacob, taking the bait like a champion, replied: "ACTUALLY, I also need to go to the farmers market." (Narrator voice: He did not need to go to the farmers market.) The Thanksgiving Incident After that first "accidental" date, we were inseparable. But just two weeks later, we faced the ultimate test. Jacob texted to hang out, and I replied, "I gotta leave in an hour for my dad's, but come over!" * What I meant: Come hang for 45 minutes, then bye. * What Jacob heard: You are invited to my family Thanksgiving. When I realized the mix-up, I panicked. I texted my sister, who replied in all caps: "ABSOLUTELY NOT. TELL HIM NO. HE IS NOT READY TO MEET THE CHAOS OF THIS FAMILY—YOU’LL SCARE HIM OFF." But it was too late. He arrived, walked right up to my dad, and within minutes, the two of them were bonding. My dad asked if he wanted to ride his dirt bike, and without hesitation, Jacob said yes. He hopped on, showed off a little, and fit in seamlessly. Watching him laugh with my dad amidst the holiday madness, I wasn't just relieved—I was completely enamored. The Driveway & The Dream As we were backing out of the driveway—leaving what I thought would be a disaster but ended up being the best day ever—Jacob turned to me and asked me to be his girlfriend. I said yes, and it has been nothing but bliss since. For a long time, I kept waiting for the other shoe to drop because I didn't think love could be this easy or this fun. But the shoe never dropped. I still can’t believe I get to spend the rest of my life traveling the world and building a future with my best friend.