In March 2023, our story began with a simple message through online dating. Charles was instantly drawn to Tatum — captivated by her beauty and intrigued by her profile, he did what any smart man would do… he reached out. What started as a thoughtful hello quickly became something neither of us expected. From the very first date, there was a feeling we couldn’t ignore. Conversation flowed effortlessly as we discovered how much we shared — a deep love and devotion to our children, an unwavering commitment to family and faith, dreams for retirement, and hobbies that brought us joy. With every laugh and meaningful exchange, it became clear that this was something special. There were butterflies, there was hope, and there was a quiet sense of peace that God was weaving our paths together in His perfect timing. It certainly helped that we were undeniably attracted to one another — but more than that, our hearts aligned in all the ways that matter most. What began with one message turned into a first date, and that first date became the start of a beautiful story filled with love, healing, family, and adventure. We’re endlessly grateful that God brought us together, and we can’t wait to continue writing this story — hand in hand, side by side.