Let us take a trip down memory lane and set the stage for the most unlikely of love stories. The year was 2020 (yikes already!). Everyone still cooped up in their houses wondering where their next bottle of Purel would come from. While some were buying up real-estate (RIP 1% interest rates) and others planning to flee the country, both men were completely unimpressed by the moment.

Having just taken the LSAT's, Jim was desperate for sleep and a worthy snack (really 3) to reward his recent efforts. Thirty miles away, Michael sat aggrieved with the lack of sports on the television. Despite each being consumed in profound thought, Lady Karma would soon step-in and change their trajectory forever. You may have felt the world shutter for a brief second as these two matched online (no it was not a symptom of the vaccine).

Michael initially proposed an innocent stroll around the National Mall and only closed the deal with the promise of a meal.(Theme). Both were unaware what started out as innocent banter and cheesy flirting, would ultimately morph into 7 hour date. It wasn't until 11pm before Jim realized he had been duped and was caught in a existential crisis. Would he run to the closest Taco Bell and feed his soul, or succumb to the smooth dance moves of this cuddly teddy bear?

Against his better judgement, Jim continued with the best date of his life and would receive the nourishment he so duly craved. As time progressed, the chemistry was undeniable and the trappings of love bore ample fruit (hush you!). In May of 2022, after about ten thousand meals, 2 hiking trips and successfully living together, the pair would find themselves on their first cruise.

The worlds cutest proposal would take place in Central Park on the sister ship you're about to embark on. Michael once again took the lead in asking his man the most important question. Only this time, he'd redeem himself by having desert trays to make Jim's decision easier. :) The rumors about said trays being knocked over nervously are unsubstantiated!

Here we are now in 2025 and Karma would provide ultimate irony as Jim would make him wait until law school was finished before getting hitched. Completely fair for making him wait for that first meal. As we turn the page into this wonderful adventure, we couldn't be more thankful to have each of you contributing memories in our story. The next chapter looks bright and we wouldn't want to do it with anyone else <3

M&J

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