Pack your bags!

Sometimes the best love stories take time to unfold, and ours is no exception. Our journey began in 2018 at a friend's fight night party, where fate first brought us together. The moment our eyes met across the room, something electric passed between us – a connection that Shamir knew instantly was different from anything she'd felt before. That evening flew by in conversation, ending with exchanged phone numbers and the beginning of what would become so much more. Those early days were filled with endless conversations. Alex would call at 5 a.m. before his morning prayers, eager to start each day hearing Shamir's voice. They grew close quickly, sharing their dreams and daily moments, until life took them in different directions. Alex's path led him to military service and law school, while Shamir focused on building her fitness and health business while raising her two children. Though they lost touch, their connection never truly faded. Shamir would eventually try to reach out, only to find Alex's number was no longer in service. Meanwhile, Alex, now building his career in North Carolina, found his thoughts often drifting back to their time together. Then came February 21, 2021. At 5:57 a.m., Shamir said a heartfelt prayer, asking God to guide the right man into her life, hoping in her whisper to God, "If it's Alex, let it last forever." In what could only be divine intervention, that very morning, Alex felt compelled to reach out through Instagram. Alex knew it was time to rebuild what they'd once had – this time with forever in mind. Their first reunion felt different – deeper, more meaningful, and absolutely certain. Even with Alex in North Carolina and Shamir in Atlanta, their love proved that distance was no match for a connection this strong, growing deeper with each passing day. Their story is a testament to God's perfect timing and the power of never giving up on true love. What started as a chance meeting has blossomed into a future they can't wait to build together, proving that some connections are simply meant to be.