Once upon a December, in the chaos of a holiday season and the stillness of an airport terminal, fate stepped in with a mischievous smile. Chris, stranded in the limbo of delayed flights and missed connections, found something far more meaningful than a way home—he found her. Clarissa and Chris were both cautious souls, hesitant to trust the unknown. Meeting someone new through a dating site, especially around the holidays, felt like a gamble neither was sure they were ready for. But something about that moment—perhaps the magic in the air, or the quiet hope in their hearts—nudged them to take a leap of faith. And what a leap it was. From that very first meeting, nerves gave way to laughter, and awkward introductions melted into something beautifully familiar. They quickly discovered a shared love for art, music, and family—pieces of their hearts that began to align like puzzle pieces long waiting for the right match. Chris, affectionately known since childhood as "Cake Man," soon started calling Clarissa her childhood nickname "Sweetie Pie." And just like that, Cake and Pie were born—a perfect pairing of sweetness and soul. Together, they’ve created a life filled with inside jokes, endless laughter, creative adventures, and the kind of joy that feels both new and timeless. They are each other’s biggest fans, softest landings, and favorite melodies. And while their love story began with a risk, it has become their greatest certainty. As they stand hand in hand, they celebrate not just the journey that brought them here, but the infinite days ahead—filled with laughter, love, art, and the sweet promise of always.