Our love story began in 2015. I was a college student attending UCF and majoring in organizational communication. My friend set me up on a blind date with another student on campus. I didn’t think much of the date at the time but little did I know that I would connect with this man in a way that only fate could orchestrate.
When we met for the first time, I was participating in a spiritual fast where I ate only fish for 30 days. To Brendan, this was special because he couldn’t ever recall witnessing something like that from a “young lady.” This unique glimpse into my life left an indelible mark on Brendan’s heart.
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Our journey wasn’t without its hurdles. One of their greatest tests was our young adult business partnership. I started off selling soaps on campus. What I thought would be a side hustle ended up turning into a high demand. Brendan saw that I was overwhelmed with orders and without any hesitation, he helped me with my business. This was the start of our business relationship. I would create the products and run the business side of things while he managed the marketing for the brand. I was big on investing my money back into the business because I always had a bigger vision for it.
He was 21 at the time and I was 20 years old. We were broke college students sharing $2 Hungry Howie’s Pizza. We went from eating $2 meals to generating hundreds of thousands of dollars just 4 years later. Learning to navigate the pressures of business while maintaining our romantic connection was a challenge that required growth and understanding. To overcome these challenges, we set boundaries that prioritized our strengths. Once we understood each other’s worth and God-given strengths, we developed a structure in the way we communicated, allowing the stronger leader to take control. Our commitment to clear communication and mutual respect laid the foundation for our success.
Our relationship thrived due to a combination of faith, commitment, and personal growth. Falling in love with a man that loves Jesus Christ is one of the best things I have ever done. Our faith and love that we poured into our savior is the reason love was poured back into us. He is the only reason we were able to conquer our issues. Other key factors that helped our marriage was stability, unlearning traumatic responses, couples and individual therapy. Our shared beliefs and dedication to growth fortified our bond.
The arrival of their first child brought both joy and challenges. “It got rough,” said Brendan. “The company made the most money, and we had no idea how to show up for each other in a way where we both felt secure in business. However, our firstborn was the common ground that assisted us with rekindling our spark.” Parenthood became a powerful force that united us in a shared purpose.
Prioritizing our relationship meant constant communication and service to each other. Collaborating on short-term goals helped us build trust and maintain our connection. Amidst our journey, Brendan orchestrated a heartfelt proposal on Christmas Day.
“I tricked her into thinking I got a bunch of meaningless gifts,” said Brendan. In the midst of opening presents with our son, he surprised me with a dream pear-shaped diamond ring. Our love story reached a new milestone as we embraced our engagement.
“For us, our connection was undeniable from the start,” said Brendan. “We have been inseparable since we first met.” The ease of confiding in each other and our shared creative chemistry solidified our bond.
Currently, our relationship stands at its highest point. With another son in our lives, we navigate the waters of adulthood and marriage with communication rooted in love. Our story serves as a testament to the power of faith, dedication, and unwavering commitment in the face of life’s many trials and joys. I feel like our extraordinary love story unfolded, drawing inspiration from the most unexpected moments.
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