John and I met at the end of April 2022, at Tin Roof, a lively bar in Nashville. It was one of those nights where the city’s energy was contagious, and the music in the air seemed to match the excitement I felt. I had gone out to dinner with a few friends, not expecting anything more than a fun night out, when I crossed paths with John. He was easy to talk to, with a warmth that made the conversation flow effortlessly. We spent the short but sweet interaction laughing and sharing stories, and before I knew it, the night had turned into something much more meaningful. There was an undeniable spark between us, and by the time we said goodbye, I knew I had met someone special. What started as a casual encounter quickly blossomed into something deeper, and as the days went by, I found myself falling in love with him. That night our paths crossed marked the beginning of a journey that would lead to this beautiful chapter of our lives together.