It all began with a swipe. We met on a dating app, and neither knew how much our lives would change. There was an instant connection from the first exchange of messages, which made us look forward to the following text.

We texted sporadically for a month after our first connection on the app. Memorial Day weekend 2021 was the first time we felt "the spark" again through a string of messages. By the time our first date rolled around on Monday, June 7th, 2021, the anticipation had built up to something special.

We met in person for the first time in Alameda at a cozy Tiki bar. Jmangrum was a bit shy at first, nerves getting the better of him, but those jitters melted away by the second round of drinks. Suddenly, the conversation flowed effortlessly, laughter filled the air, and we felt an undeniable connection that neither could ignore.

From that night on, we have been inseparable, creating a journey filled with love, adventure, and a bond that only grows stronger with time.

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