In the fall of 2019, fate brought us together with a swipe to the right. For anyone who knows us, it’s no surprise that our busy lives made it a challenge to align our stars. Weeks passed before we finally met, but when we did, it was at a bar where drinks quickly became dinner, and dinner turned into a conversation that would stretch across the next five years. From that very first night, everything between us felt effortless—natural, fun, and undeniably right. But while our hearts were quick to recognize the connection, our loyal companions, Tahoe and Niko, were not as easily convinced. Niko, in particular, was less than thrilled by the boisterous new presence in his life, and the prospect of sharing his space with the rambunctious Tahoe seemed to wear on him. Yet, with patience and persistence, we watched them slowly warm to one another, until the day came when they were no longer reluctant acquaintances but inseparable brothers, bound by a bond as strong as our own. And if you ask anyone when they knew Justin was the one for Erika, they’d likely point to the moment she announced she had “eaten fish at this guy’s house,” a revelation that shocked those who knew her as a steadfast vegetarian for over two decades. Little did she know that in swiping right, she had not only found the love of her life but also a passionate fisherman. Now, five years later, our lives have been filled with countless adventures. From the ocean to the mountains, every moment spent together—with our beloved dogs by our side—has deepened our bond. We are not just partners but the best of friends, eagerly anticipating the many chapters our future holds.