Neither Taylor nor Deren was looking for a fairytale. Honestly, neither of them were even looking for a date. They both kind of rolled their eyes at dating apps—but in late 2020, they both swiped right on something that felt different. They had just landed in Denver at the same time—Taylor diving into nursing school, Deren starting his residency. Two busy people with big goals, full schedules, and no time for nonsense. But somehow, Bumble worked its magic. Their first date was on December 18th at TAG in Larimer Square in Denver. There was a fresh layer of snow on the ground, the pandemic still had outdoor dining in full swing, and yet—under a heat lamp, in a sea of bundled-up strangers—it felt like their own little moment. Deren, always prepared and trying to make an impression, brought hand warmers for Taylor, though the night was already heating up. Taylor, with her unapologetic opinions, huge heart, and fiery attitude, showed up exactly as herself—and the night was ablaze. Before dinner even started, she almost walked into traffic. Not because she’s chaotic, but because she was probably too busy talking with her whole soul, the way she always does. Deren clocked it immediately, grabbed her close, and never let go—an exhilarating start to something special. They didn’t want the night to end. Taylor had just passed pharmacology, and the energy was already high. They laughed, flirted, and joked about meeting on Grindr (a joke that, naturally, stuck). From that night on, things moved fast—but never felt rushed. Weekends became weekdays. Comfort turned into commitment. They got a French bulldog named Dre and moved in together in Denver. Life was good. After residency, they were ready for something new. So they packed up their Denver life and drove—yes, drove all 26 hours to Tampa. A new city, a new home, a new chapter began. They bought a house, leaned into their careers, and kept building a life that was entirely their own. If you know Taylor and Deren, you know this: they love hard, they dream big, and they do everything with intention. They're food snobs in the best way, obsessed with good design, and fiercely loyal to their people. Their values align where it matters most—family, ambition, and finding joy in the little luxuries. Now they’re stepping into the next era: marriage, maybe a few tiny humans, and definitely more unforgettable memories. One swipe. One snowy night. One hell of a love story.