We first met at Columbus State University’s recreational center in 2021. Mariah was with her friends in a group fitness class that overlooked the pool, and Sherod was swimming with his friends below. Once we locked eyes, Sherod tried signaling for Mariah to call him. For the next three weeks, we kept trying to get each other’s numbers—but no matter how hard we tried, we could never seem to get it right. We were just too far apart. Finally, Mariah decided to walk down to the pool herself to get Sherod’s number. From that moment, everything clicked—and the rest is history. Our first chapter together was filled with laughter, late-night talks, and the kind of young love that leaves a lasting mark. Life eventually led us down separate paths for a while, but God brought us back to one another. Rekindling our love has been effortless—like no time had passed at all. A piece of our hearts had always belonged to each other. When we reconnected, it felt as if the years had melted away. The love we once shared had only grown stronger, patiently waiting for its second chance. This time, it wasn’t just about a spark—it was about finding home in each other again. Today, we’re so grateful for every twist and turn that led us back together. Our journey has shown us that sometimes love isn’t lost—it’s simply waiting for the right moment to bloom again. Now we can’t wait to begin forever, side by side.