It was 2020 and the pandemic had us all on the couch binging Tiger King. I open the Bumble app and I am underwhelmed with my prospects. Then I come across Brad. I was initially drawn to his smile, then I scroll down. His bio was a game of two truths and a lie, and one of the options said that he had met Joe Exotic. I couldn't resist, I had to inquire. He promptly sent me a photo of him and a baby tiger. We've been together ever since.

When you tell people you're trying to online date, they probably assume it won't work out. That couldn't be farther from the truth with Olivia and I. From day one, our banter and talks were unrivaled. From our dreams for the future, our most embarrassing moments, and our emotionally vulnerable moments, we talked about everything. She was, and will always the best I could possibly ask for in a partner. She loved me for who I was... picky eater and all. Our ability to understand, sympathize, and love each other blows me away nearly every day. Now, with our furry son, I couldn't be more excited to marry and spend the rest of my life with Olivia. Also, I really have met the Tiger King.