We met at Dog Beach in Prospect Park, Brooklyn, during Louise’s NYC stint - a break from 14 years in Toronto to try something new. While Noah was soaking up another hot summer in the city, Louise was busy hopping around, exploring her new city. One August afternoon, we both ended up at Dog Beach, where dogs splash around like it’s their personal spa. Louise, dogless, was there for her weekly fix of doggie joy. Noah was there with Dini, who was at her regular swimming spot. Dini ran over to Louise with a stick to throw, and just like that, Louise and Noah started talking. No agenda, no pressure - just an instant connection that stuck.