Like many modern love stories, ours began with a swipe, but it didn’t take long for something truly special to spark. We matched on Hinge and quickly found ourselves deep in conversation. Our first in-person meeting was in May 2022 at Loop, a cozy little coffee shop in Tremont. Over cups of tea (because one of us still insists coffee is overrated), we spent hours talking, laughing, and realizing that this felt different. Our second date took us to the zoo, which quickly became a tradition. Weekly walks, favorite animals, and time that let our connection grow naturally. From that first tea to countless zoo dates and beyond, every step has felt easy, full of joy, and perfectly us. Over the past 4 years, our lives have been deeply rooted in Tremont, the place where it all began. We've built a life we love here, filled with evenings spent with friends, countless dinners at Cleveland’s amazing restaurants, quiet mornings hiking local trails, and weekends traveling to new places together. We've also shared so many meaningful moments with our families, who have been such an important part of our journey. These have truly been the best years of our lives, and as we step into this next chapter, we’re so excited to see what the future holds, together.