Neil and I met online in November 2014.

On November 9, 2014 Neil asked me on our first date. I said yes, and then I canceled probably five or so times. Fortunately, Neil didn't take no for an answer, and told me he'd pick me up in a few minutes. I stood on the front porch, and watched him pass the house at least three times, I actually had to stand in the middle of the road so he wouldn't pass by again (and hoped that he wouldn't run me over).

We went to our now favorite restaurant, Texas Roadhouse. We talked about everything, our jobs, families, pets, favorite desserts, lives etc. 

After our first date, we talked nearly everyday and saw each other as much as our work schedules would permit. We met each other's families (and argued about who my beagle loved more - which is still a heated debate). A few months into our relationship, Neil asked me to move in. I waited till we were dating for 6 months before moving in.

When we were dating for nearly three years, Neil and I bought our house.

Now, five years after our first date, we're planning our wedding!!