We were friends for a very long time — let’s say a little over 18 years. Yes, 18 years! Who would have ever imagined that his persistence would have evolved to this day. Let him tell it (LOL), I denied him lunch and dinner dates, but we kept the line of communication open all those years. Eventually, his determination paid off. He didn't just get a date or dates, we now have the best date of our lives. God has blessed us with the best date, a wedding date! "Patience is a virtue"