James and Sydnie first met at a pool party the summer after their freshman year of college. Between busy schedules, new adventures, and college life pulling them in different directions, they went their separate ways, unaware their story was far from over. Fast forward three years: James wrapped up at Rutgers University, Sydnie finished at Auburn University, and—plot twist—they both moved back to Birmingham, AL just months apart. Coincidence? We think not. A few well-timed Instagram likes from Sydnie gave James the push he needed to ask her on a long-awaited date. One date turned into many, and the rest is history.