Jalynn & Ishmael

August 31, 2024 • Jackson, MS, USA

Jalynn & Ishmael

August 31, 2024 • Jackson, MS, USA

Adventures of Penguin and Baby Bear

Picture of Adventures of Penguin and Baby Bear

Follow the timeline that has led to the union of Ishmael (Penguin) and Jalynn (Baby Bear). A love developed from friendship and the fear of admitting feelings for one another. Penguin and Baby Bear have always been headed toward this path, even if they did not know.

Although unaware of when they actually met, neither Penguin nor Baby Bear would forget the day he texted her what was supposed to be a "no response" text.

July 31, 2019

Although unaware of when they actually met, neither Penguin nor Baby Bear would forget the day he texted her what was supposed to be a "no response" text.
After months of long distance communication, Penguin capitalized when Baby Bear visited Mississippi and asked her on their first date. The spark was undeniable during their time together. The sparks from this date ignited a fire that fueled endless laughter and unforgettable memories to come.

October 12, 2019

After months of long distance communication, Penguin capitalized when Baby Bear visited Mississippi and asked her on their first date. The spark was undeniable during their time together. The sparks from this date ignited a fire that fueled endless laughter and unforgettable memories to come.
Computer love is all that they had in the beginning. Skype and Google Duo (now Google Meet) became fixtures in this budding relationship. The connection became undeniable when Penguin upgraded his phone to maintain communication with his Bear.

June 17, 2020

Computer love is all that they had in the beginning. Skype and Google Duo (now Google Meet) became fixtures in this budding relationship. The connection became undeniable when Penguin upgraded his phone to maintain communication with his Bear.
One of their first photos captured together. Penguin made the nine hour trek from Mississippi to South Carolina to Baby Bear. Moments like these are what led to these two becoming an official couple on 18 August 2020.

July 30, 2020

One of their first photos captured together. Penguin made the nine hour trek from Mississippi to South Carolina to Baby Bear. Moments like these are what led to these two becoming an official couple on 18 August 2020.
Their first Christmas together was a magical moment. It was Baby Bear's opportunity to show her family why she fell for Penguin.

December 25, 2020

Their first Christmas together was a magical moment. It was Baby Bear's opportunity to show her family why she fell for Penguin.
With Baby Bear's mythical mask and Penguin's coaching, nothing would stop these two from truly being goofballs.

October 31, 2021

With Baby Bear's mythical mask and Penguin's coaching, nothing would stop these two from truly being goofballs.
It was Penguin's turn to introduce his love to his family. Baby Bear immediately ingratiated herself with his family. All could see the joy she brought to Penguin's life.

December 25, 2021

It was Penguin's turn to introduce his love to his family. Baby Bear immediately ingratiated herself with his family. All could see the joy she brought to Penguin's life.
This was not just another Valentine's Day for Penguin and Bear. This was their first time being able to enjoy it physically in one another's presence. Moments like these were the reminder that love is the cornerstone of their relationship.

February 14, 2022

This was not just another Valentine's Day for Penguin and Bear. This was their first time being able to enjoy it physically in one another's presence. Moments like these were the reminder that love is the cornerstone of their relationship.
Baby Bear and Penguin take on Washington!! I place that they both would soon call home.

April 24, 2022

Baby Bear and Penguin take on Washington!! I place that they both would soon call home.
Whether they are enjoying arcades, bowling, karaoke, Uno or video games, laughter and fun is a must for the pair.

April 30, 2022

Whether they are enjoying arcades, bowling, karaoke, Uno or video games, laughter and fun is a must for the pair.
As Penguin stood behind the camera of his phone, he could not help but be enamored by the beauty put on this display by Baby Bear. It was at this moment he fully understood he was extremely fortunate to have her in his life. It was this day that he soon began making plans to make her his wife.

August 15, 2022

As Penguin stood behind the camera of his phone, he could not help but be enamored by the beauty put on this display by Baby Bear. It was at this moment he fully understood he was extremely fortunate to have her in his life. It was this day that he soon began making plans to make her his wife.
The end of 2022 brought a blast from the past for Baby Bear and Penguin. Due to work, they had to return to a longer distance form of communication. However, as pictured here, it did not stop them from being "too cool" in 2023.

January 15, 2023

The end of 2022 brought a blast from the past for Baby Bear and Penguin. Due to work, they had to return to a longer distance form of communication. However, as pictured here, it did not stop them from being "too cool" in 2023.
July of 2023 is when Baby Bear made the leap to move to Virginia with her Penguin. Finally being under the same roof permanently, the two could do things like random photo ops with Talon, DC United's mascot.

July 08, 2023

July of 2023 is when Baby Bear made the leap to move to Virginia with her Penguin. Finally being under the same roof permanently, the two could do things like random photo ops with Talon, DC United's mascot.
30 July 2023, proposal day for Penguin and Baby Bear. To set the stage, Penguin laid out letters the two mailed to each other as a reminder of the love they have always shared.

July 30, 2023

30 July 2023, proposal day for Penguin and Baby Bear. To set the stage, Penguin laid out letters the two mailed to each other as a reminder of the love they have always shared.
Penguin poured out all his feelings for Baby Bear. He watched with baited breath as they knew this would be the day that their lives forever changed.

July 30, 2023

Penguin poured out all his feelings for Baby Bear. He watched with baited breath as they knew this would be the day that their lives forever changed.
A day later and Baby Bear still has not removed the ring.

July 31, 2023

A day later and Baby Bear still has not removed the ring.
The journey of Baby Bear and Penguin is not yet complete. They have learned to make the most of whatever situation life has offered them. From dating long distance to dating during a pandemic, they have learned to abide by faith, hope, and love. Please join them both as they begin their phase of their adventure.

January 15, 2024

The journey of Baby Bear and Penguin is not yet complete. They have learned to make the most of whatever situation life has offered them. From dating long distance to dating during a pandemic, they have learned to abide by faith, hope, and love. Please join them both as they begin their phase of their adventure.
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