~Kiki's View~ Randy was captivated by my profile on match and for months he was begging to get a piece of this chocolate. Who could blame him! After months of turning him down I said yes! Our first date was at Starbucks. I told myself no way this will last past one date but after talking to him for hours I realized he is everything I wanted in a partner. He loves me and his boys deeply, he is nerdy, funny, we have the same beliefs, highly intelligent, and he still to this day opens the door for me. I love that he is a country boy from Augusta, Georgia, Randy finds his greatest joy in nature- whether he's surfing, hunting, or reminiscing about days he spent riding motorcycles. He's reserved and quiet until he is comfortable around you and then you can't get him to stop talking. What I cherish most is how deeply Randy loves and advocates for me. He not only adores me but also passionately advocates for the rights of people of color. After 11 plus years he is still my Best Friend and he literally makes me laugh everyday. For us, true love isn't just about looks; it's about the enduring bond of friendship and the joy of shared laughter that will sustain us for a lifetime. ~Randy's View~ I still remember the first time Kiki's profile appeared on my Match.com searches—it seemed like fate, as it kept showing up as a highly probable match. Excited, I clicked on her profile many times, eager to meet her. When our schedules finally aligned, we met at a local Starbucks. When she walked in, she was stunningly beautiful. We talked over coffee, and I was completely captivated by her presence. After our brief but memorable meeting, I walked her to her car and we shared a warm hug. I was hopeful that we would see each other again, and indeed we did. Our next adventure was literally skydiving together, an exhilarating experience that mirrored the thrill of our growing connection. Following our skydiving date, we enjoyed an evening of video games—each date adding depth and excitement to our relationship. Over the years, Kiki and I discovered a shared love for travel and a taste for adventure, although we also enjoyed quieter moments, like watching episodes of "The Walking Dead." Despite our differences—I'm more reserved, and she's the extrovert—our common interests and contrasting traits have woven a complex, beautiful tapestry of companionship. Eleven years together have taught us much about love's imperfections and its triumphs. Like any couple, we've faced challenges, but our resilience lies in our ability to reconcile and reaffirm our love, time and again. Kiki's empathy, her zest for life, and her unquenchable passion for adventure have enriched my life immeasurably. She isn’t just my partner; she's the joy and the adventure of a lifetime. I cannot imagine a world without her by my side, as she is truly the best thing that has ever happened to me.