Hilary and Aleem grew up in the small college town of Auburn, Alabama. Their paths didn't cross until they connected through the wonders of online dating in 2018. After a year of dating, Aleem accepted a job in Houston, Texas, beginning the next chapter of their lives together. After moving to Houston with their cat, Oreo, they rescued two more kitties, Tiggy the tabby and Biscuit the tortie. The three of them keep trying to add cat treats to the registry.