Matt and Margot first met in a Management 101 class at Bucknell University — Margot was a junior, Matt a sophomore. Though they hadn’t crossed paths before, it didn’t take long for Margot to take notice. Within a few weeks, she found herself drawn to Matt’s quiet confidence, sharp sense of humor, and genuine curiosity. A few days before Margot left to study abroad in London, the two spent an entire night talking until 8am — a conversation that left them both feeling like something special had just begun. While living separate lives in London and Lewisburg, they stayed in touch every day. By the time they reunited at Bucknell’s Frat Fest that summer, the connection hadn’t faded. Their relationship officially began at the start of the school year — prompted by Margot’s not-so-subtle question, “Do you wanna be, like, dating?” They dated through Margot’s graduation and into their first long-distance chapter, with Margot working in Massachusetts and Matt finishing school. When the pandemic hit, Margot moved to Philadelphia to be closer to Matt, who soon joined her there. It was their first time truly living in the same city — and the same apartment building — sharing everyday life, career changes, and the all-too-frequent video game or Spongebob episode. Matt, a music lover and loyal friend with a contagious laugh, brought joy and spontaneity into their apartments. Margot, a devoted animal lover and reliable friend with a strong sense of self, kept them grounded (and in bed early) alongside their beloved pets — Norman and Koji. After nearly three years in Philadelphia, Margot began her MBA at Columbia, and they returned to long distance — this time between New York and Philly. They stayed close, visiting often, until reuniting in Stamford, Connecticut, where they now live with Norman and Koji. From a college classroom to new cities and big life changes, our story has been one of growth, commitment, and a love that feels like home — no matter where we are.