Chapter 1: The Party

Our paths first crossed on New Year’s Eve 2019, at Aquil’s friend (Chris), birthday party. I hadn't planned on being there that night but I’m glad I went. Aquil approached me, and introduced himself. He claimed we were Facebook friends—even though I didn’t recall us  following each other. He had a charming personality that made me laugh, he joked about how I looked exactly like my photos on Facebook (perhaps hinting at past catfish experiences lol).

Although we were both dating other people, there was something undeniable between us. Throughout the night, I kept catching glimpses of him dancing. At one point, Aquil came back over to me and told me that “we” like your boots. I thought it was odd that he shared that his date liked my boots too. I wasn’t quite sure what to do with that information, but I thanked him and he walked off again. As the party ended and I made my way out, I passed Aquil and his friends talking. I smiled to myself, wondering if our paths would ever cross again.

 

 

Chapter 2: The Lockdown

Months later, as the world shut down, Aquil messaged me on Facebook at 4 a.m asking why I wasn’t asleep? I shared with him my troubles sleeping and my fears about COVID. Aquil assured me that everything would be okay. His words brought me unexpected comfort—something I still feel to this day when he tells me that everything will be okay. Our conversations grew deeper. We FaceTimed for hours, connecting over topics like spirituality and metaphysics. I've never shared these things with anyone that I dated, they would have never understood me or my thought process. As time passed Aquil began to slowly make his presence known. He tuned into my live videos, “Backyard Shenanigans” engaging in discussions that made me feel seen and understood.

By June, we finally met again in person. We talked all evening, and when it was time to depart, he kissed me; it was the sweetest thing I’d ever known. That night marked the beginning of a soul tie we couldn’t ignore.

 

Chapter 3: Forever You

From that point on, we were inseparable. Though neither of us had clearly defined our roles in each other’s lives, it was felt deeply. Slowly, the truth unfolded, and we let go of our past relationships.

I knew Aquil was meant for me when he confessed he didn’t want to lose the chance to see where this could go. His honesty and vulnerability showed me that this wasn’t just a fling or attraction—it was the start of our forever. Now, five years later, we’re ready to write the next chapters of our story as husband and wife.

 

We can’t wait to celebrate our love with you.