“We’re Getting Married”

In 2005, VJ and Tereka arrived at Cal State San Bernardino, unaware of the adventures awaiting them. Almost immediately, VJ spotted Tereka, a lightskin beauty who was just his type, standing across the room in the Freshman dorms. Wearing a light blue Lakers hat and a 3XL white tee, he confidently approached her with a corny joke, only to receive a blank stare in return. Over the next few years, they moved through overlapping friend groups, sharing casual interactions without any real connection blossoming between them. In 2008, a brief spark ignited between VJ and Tereka, but it quickly fizzled out, leaving them as distant friends on social media. For the next fifteen years, they caught glimpses of each other's lives through platforms like Facebook and Instagram, yet never crossed paths in any meaningful way. VJ would sometimes stalk Tereka's Instagram, curious about her life and whether she was still single, but remained a quiet observer. Everything changed in October 2023 when VJ fell into Tereka's Instagram inbox. With her sister, Courtney's help, she agreed to a date, sparking a deeper connection that quickly turned into a committed relationship. By June 2024, VJ was convinced she was the one and bought a ring in December, leading to a heartfelt proposal on June 14, 2025. Their journey, filled with humorous missteps and social media sleuthing, culminated in a beautiful love story showcasing the magic that can happen when timing finally lines up.