Still Going Strong

Let's jump back in time to May 2020 where the world was still trying to figure out lockdowns and Covid-19. After a really bad relationship that had left me as a single mother of 2 kids, I had committed myself to doing a lot of internal work and I felt like I was ready to try and give love another chance. So with a tiny smudge of hesitation, and not expecting much, I downloaded Tinder and quickly came across Jeremy's profile. I immediately thought he was so cute and I was hoping that we would match and that he would message me (He had a line in his bio about he didn't think Carol Baskins killed her husband and since I had just finished Tiger King I was eager to talk about my thoughts on the matter). We did end up matching and we just clicked really easily. The conversation never was dull, we found out our humor was similar and that we both were in a place in our lives where we were tired of the dating game and wanted to build something long lasting. We quickly learned that the best way to grow our relationship was to work on our communication, reaction and support of each other. We wanted to model our relationship after couples that we respected and admired. In July 2021 after a very eventful summer he took me to Flight and surprised me with a proposal. He was trying so hard to make everything perfect and I was actually having a really bad day lol. One of those days where nothing would go right so I know my mood probably made him so much more nervous. When he asked me to marry him though, all my wacky emotions died down and I was so happy that I was going to be spending the rest of my life with the person I love most. Now we're getting closer and closer to saying "I do" and I couldn't be more happier.

Downloading Tinder I never imagined I'd actually find the love of my life but here we are lol Coming across Olivia's profile I was instantly attracted and drawn in, her personality practically shined from the page like a spotlight. I was both interested and attracted. It only got better as we got to talking, good flowing conversation that honestly took me off guard.I knew I had to meet her so we ended up having our first date at Newk's. Gorgeous and with a beautiful smile Olivia stole my heart from day one. That day I made the decision that she needed to be mine. Everything about her was perfect. I knew that a woman like her wouldn’t just come around again so I locked it down. Asked her to be my girlfriend and never regretted the choice. We learned how to process our emotional baggage together that made for such a strong relationship. I felt like everything just proved how much love I have for Olivia and solidified that this woman needed to be in my life forever. So I decided to pop the question. From buying the ring and finding a good place to do it, I’ve never been so nervous and excited. The proposal itself had me nervous, scared and self conscious. I was so sure and unsure. I knew she would say yes but at the same time....what if she said no?? I probably went through at least 5 different plans of action before finally setting on Flight. That night became the most memorable. My beautiful Queen said yes! And now we’re planning on a wedding. Who would’ve thought, this perfect online stranger would become my best friend, my love and my life.