Our families are friends and we share several mutual friends, yet somehow we were never introduced! Years after moving back to Annapolis, Virginia's parents set the stage. After a gentle nudge and with intentions of getting to know another person around Annapolis, we had our first date! Jake chose to meet at the local taco joint, Vida Taco (my favorite meal)! The day after our first date, Jake had to travel to Germany, but we agreed we would meet again upon his return. Jake vividly remembers my note to him before he stepped on to the plane wishing him safe travels and best of luck with his work meetings. After days apart and a handful of exchanges, Jake returned and his very first evening home we linked up for dinner again. The rest is history!