In 2022, Margaux was soon to graduate with her master’s degree in Washington D.C. and was growing weary of the typical dating scene. After some persuasion from her friends, she downloaded Hinge. Margaux filled out her profile with a mix of hope and skepticism, truly not expecting much to come of it. Matt was new to the D.C. area. After spending the last four years in West Virginia, he was hoping D.C. could offer him a fresh start. With a love for adventure and spontaneity, he was looking for someone who could match his energy while keeping him grounded. On the evening of Matt’s 23rd birthday, as he was scrolling through Hinge, he came across Margaux’s profile. Her genuine smile caught his eye first, and as he read through her prompts, he felt a spark of connection. She seemed vibrant, beautiful, and kind. He decided to respond to a prompt on her profile, one which posed the question “Which is more important, your career goals or your personal goals?”. Getting right into the heavy stuff! From that first exchange, their conversation flowed effortlessly. Although Margaux was right in the middle of finals, she made time to meet Matt at a restaurant in Foggy Bottom. They talked for hours until the restaurant was mopping the floors around their table (practically begging them to leave). Not wanting to end the date just yet, the two spent the rest of the night sitting on the stone steps of the Lincoln Memorial, sharing life stories… and falling in love. From that day on, Margaux and Matt were inseparable. Their love story, which had started with a simple swipe on Hinge, grew into a beautiful, lasting relationship. They complemented each other perfectly, both bringing out the best in the other. Their love is a testament to the power of connection, and they are grateful every day for the serendipity that brought them together.