Our story began in 2020—a year that changed everything. For Jordan, it was a season marked by loss, growth, and reflection after the passing of his beloved mother. During that time, he found himself in the Congo for several months due to COVID, with life slowed down and the world on pause. One day, in the middle of quarantine, he decided to call his older sister just to check in. In a lighthearted moment, he joked that it was time for him to get married. As fate would have it, Berenice was right there. That same day—April 21—their paths crossed for the first time. They spoke briefly on the phone and quickly realized they had something in common: they had both studied environmental science at university. A simple conversation, yet a meaningful connection. At first, Berenice didn’t take him seriously. But two days later, she received a message: “Jordan kitoko…”—and that’s where everything truly began. They exchanged numbers, started talking, and spent time together while Jordan was still in the Congo. What seemed like a short-lived encounter began to grow into something deeper. When Jordan returned to the United States, Berenice feared that distance and time would bring everything to an end. But instead, their love grew stronger. Through constant communication, trust, and faith, they built a bond that distance could not break. The following year, they reunited—and from that moment on, the rest was history. Today, they are grateful for the love they share. For Jordan, Berenice has been a source of strength and growth, helping shape the man he is today. For Berenice, Jordan is the answer to her most silent prayers. Above all, they thank God for bringing them together and guiding their journey every step of the way.