Olivia and I met in Austin, Texas while we were working at a restaurant called True Food Kitchen. It was my first day of training and I can still vividly remember that bubbly little woman's energy as she walked up and introduced herself-- as well as the way my heart skipped a beat when I stared into those big green eyes. It was legitimately love at first sight for me. The following evening we were both at a house party and I was nervous to talk to Olivia. Fortunately, I found myself some liquid courage to get myself to sit next to her on the couch. Unfortunately, I had a little too much and sat on her instead. I had for sure thought I had lost the only chance I had at getting to know her-- but how wrong I was. The real beginning was when we both had gone to Euphoria music festival and we linked up with our mutual friends DeSean and Derek. I knew this would be my opportunity to redeem my self, and let's just say I did. We spent all night together dancing and hanging out. Being around her contagious energy made me feel alive. From that night on we become inseparable; it was alway DeSean, Derek, Olivia and I. The four of us did everything together. Olivia knew that over time I was working to build a more meaningful relationship and strengthen it. It eventually became a force that couldn't be stopped. Our connection became an attraction that she knew she couldn't fight any longer. Obviously, I didn't need any convincing... we all knew it was on Olivia lol. It all started with the sneaky kissing in the kitchen to only be soon caught by DeSean walking in. No secrets anymore, but no one was phased by it since every one of our family and friends had been wanting this to happen forever. You know what they say, you cant fight what's real! Our lives together really got going when we left Austin to travel southeast Asia together. There isn't anything quite like traveling together for 8 months in foreign countries to really test your relationship. That time together taught us countless life lessons that have allowed us to develop a love that is always full of adventure, care, respect, and of course, laughter. We had always promised each other that our friendship would be the strength and foundation of a real relationship and true love. Fast-forward five years and we are still sneaking kisses and getting married!