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All Because Two People Swiped Right

Our story began virtually on BLK, a dating app, in March of 2020. With this being my first time downloading a dating app, I didn't have high expectations for it. After countless left swipes, Pj caught my eye w/ the photo posted below, and earned himself a right swipe. After a few texts and calls, we agreed to meet in a public place.We met at Honeycutt Park and sat near the softball field. We conversed, and realized shortly after that we were both from the same area and went to the same high school. From there, Pj asked me out on our first date at his home. The evening consisted on Pj cooking glazed salmon, mashed potatoes, and asparagus, coupled with wine and a single red rose - which became a staple throughout our relationship.His handsome face, vibrant personality, and cooking skills convinced me that I swiped correctly.

Our Story-Bri's Version

One day I was swiping on a app called BLK. This profile with 1 picture (shown above) kept coming across my time line despite me swiping left. (1 pic was a red flag for me, catfish maybe 🤔) After seeing the profile a few times, I thought to myself, you have nothing to lose!&nbsp;So I swiped right.&nbsp;I can’t remember if we were an instant match or if it came after I swiped right.&nbsp; We begin to converse via inbox of the app.&nbsp;It then transitioned to phone/text after a period of time.&nbsp;At some point we both decided to meet in a public park.&nbsp;HoneyCutt Park before you ask bae lol. Finally, we get to meet in person!&nbsp; I HAD IT IN MY MIND SHE WOULD BE A CATFISH! Lol&nbsp; As I walked up to the baseball field I see this beautiful PYT (Pretty Young Thing) reading a book in a lawn chair.&nbsp; Me: Hey BriHer: Hi&nbsp; As she stood up to greet me I wasn’t expecting her to be beautiful in the face and built as AMAZING 🤩 as she was physically.&nbsp;It didn’t take long to find out that she was &amp; IS as beautiful on the inside, as she was on the outside!&nbsp;

Our Story- Pj's Version

At first I was skeptical of Pj and my mom dating. After meeting him, I thought that he was aite. I enjoy his uplifting and caring personality, cause it’s never a dull moment around him. He has always treated me very well- being caring, respectful, and open. He’s taught me many things that I’ll never forget. I really like how he treats my mom, makes sure we are doing okay, and have whatever we need and want.My favorite memory of us so far, is when we all went to Puerto Rico. We bonded as a family, he let me get a $50 steak that was bussin’, got a chance to fly first-class, and the views were nice.

Mari 

On October 24, 2020, my parents held a gathering at the house for our family and closest friends. Some were told that it was a cookout, while others were told that it was a Halloween party. Shout out to my people- Kat, Duvawn, Christina, and Cliff for showing up in full costumes! Little did they know, it was an announcement for me. Dad and big bro wanted me to be a boy and mommy wanted me to be a girl. On January 23, 2021, Daddy hit the ball and released pink powder into the air. My parentals held a butterfly-themed baby shower for me at Anderson Pointe Park on April 24th. I made my fashionably late grand entrance on June 9th, weighing in at 8 pounds and 6 ounces. I’m excited about my fashion show! Whoops! I meant mommy and daddy’s big day. I guess I will be on time this time 🥰

We decided to take the kids to Cancun, Mexico for spring break April 11th-15th of 2022. I planned the entire trip, and wanted our 1st time out of the country to go perfectly. We missed our flight that Monday due to the long international customer service line, and left me in my feelings for the rest of the day. Nobody seemed to be upset but me, which was a little frustrating. Pj assured me that everything would be fine, and that we’d still have a good time even leaving one day later. We arrived at Seadust Cancun Family Result, settled in, and went downstairs to the beach. Pj went live on Facebook, which was nothing out of the ordinary, so I didn’t think anything of it. With Paisley in my arms and Mari on my side, we walked to the shore. I didn’t see the phone handoff to Mari nor the ring box hand off from Troy to Pj. The waves crashed, helping Pj to fall into a kneeling position. I genuinely thought that he fell, and was trying to help him up. It wasn’t until I heard the older ladies near us clapping,that I looked down to see what was really going on. He opened the gold Neil Lane box to present the ring and a huge Kool-Aid smile. I later found out that he actually slipped and was speechless because of embarrassment (don’t forget, this was on live). I waited a few to take in the moment, for him to ask me, and gladly accepted. Turns out, I wasn’t that only one that had been planning. He had been planning for a year. Everyone was in on it, and surprisingly no one spilled the beans.

The Proposal 💍 

My parents partied really hard in Cancun 🤪 At my sister’s 1st bday party, they showed off her new Maybach (shout out to Uncle Troy) along with her new big sister outfit. This took our family and friends a few seconds to register! Daddy wanted to reveal on his bday, which was on a Tuesday, so my Taco about’ Baby theme was the perfect choice. Bursting from the first piñata came colored confetti, leaving the crowd confused (shout out to Aunt China). Daddy hit a home run with the second piñata, revealing that we were having me! My parents held an Ugly Christmas Sweater themed baby shower at the Rolesville Community Center on December 17th. I made my overdue grand entrance on January 28th, weighing 9 pounds and 2 ounces. I can't wait for the big day! The ladies are gonna love me 😍

Demetria & Preston

Demetria & Preston

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