We met on Hinge, both just looking for something to do—no big expectations, just a casual conversation or maybe a fun date. But then Zjahkeria challenged me to a game of bowling, and that’s when everything changed. I wasn’t expecting much, but she had this competitive spark that caught me off guard. We spent the whole night laughing, and it turned into one of the most fun dates I’d had in a while. That first date was just the beginning. It led to several more—rooftop drinks at Ponce City Market, a hibachi dinner where we joked and connected, and a visit to the Illuminarium that was both magical and memorable. As we spent more time together, we realized how much we bonded over our similar family dynamics. It felt like we understood each other in ways that no one else could. And when my mom met Zjahkeria, it was clear right away how much she loved her. There was this effortless connection between them, and I could see how easily Zjahkeria fit into our world. What started as a simple search for something to do turned into something much deeper. We laughed, shared memories, and built a connection that grew stronger every day. Eventually, we both knew we’d found something special. I asked her to marry me, and she said yes without hesitation. From that first bowling match to all the spontaneous adventures, we created a love story that neither of us had expected—but one that we both cherish every day.