They met on an old dating site—practically a digital relic, hanging on by thinning threads. Binh came across James’ profile: a cute photo and the bold username “VietMonsta.” Interpreting “monster” as playful, Binh was intrigued. He sent a message. They started chatting. A week later, they met up for their first date—at a local drag bar, a shared love that would become a beautiful tradition (more on that at the wedding—wink wink!). James, full of nerves, nearly didn’t show up. He hoped Binh might cancel, too. But Binh? He was in it to win it. That night, things slowly warmed up—especially when they began talking about their families. During intermission, seated outside on a chilly November night, Binh made a bold move and tried to warm James' hand. It was the first of many quiet, meaningful gestures. Two months later, on Binh’s birthday, they adopted their first fur baby: Princess. She quickly became their second shared love. That was also when Binh—ever the strategist—asked James to move in. The reason? “To help take care of the pup.” Wink wink. Fast forward a year and a half: the couple traveled to Ise, a small coastal town east of Osaka. There, at the symbolic Meoto Iwa—“Wedded Rocks”—the ever strategist Binh asked James to marry him. James said yet! Three years later, their family grew again with the addition of Lion, a sweet boy pup with a big personality. Together, they’ve continued exploring the world, chasing new adventures, and growing as individuals and as a couple. While James works on expanding his business, Binh is pursuing a new path—returning to school to become a Nurse Practitioner, driven by his passion to serve his community. Through all life’s changes, a few things have stayed the same: their deep connection to family and friends, their commitment to giving back, and their shared values. Binh and James remain active in causes they care about—especially LGBTQIA+ rights and drag as performance art. Their journey together is built on love, laughter, community, and a shared belief in showing up—for each other, and for the world around them. Love, Princess and Lion