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He was selling the plants he grew. She was shopping at the market. A friendship blossomed. She was teaching first grade. He had a first grader. They bonded over their passions. He would joke. She would blush. They pondered what the world could look like if filled with respect and peace. She was putting her energy into something new. He was focusing on balance. Years passed. Then, Spring came. He was ready. She was waiting. They fell in love.