In 2016 Barnes’ apartment was hosting a game night and Keili was invited. Asking for a “friend” Keili inquired about Barnes’ relationship status, but it wasn’t the right timing for either of them. Year after year they missed each other; one of them single, the other not, feelings of “not ready”, etc. but still staying friends. July of 2023 Barnes had the feeling to text Keili and it was the right time. The rest is history.