Hello everyone,

This is Channing. Like many modern day love stories, ours began online--on Tinder, to be specific. It was during the height of COVID, and we were both wrapping up finals week. What better way to avoid writing an honors thesis than doom scrolling through Tinder am I right? Well I'd never have predicted that I'd find someone who would completely change my life. Enter Rainbow. We started chatting, and our conversations flowed effortlessly, and before I knew it, we'd made plans to meet in person. Now, here's where I made one of my more memorable decisions. Our first date was a picnic in her local park, and I, for reasons I cannot remember, thought it would be a great idea to wear all black. For context, it was a scorching 100-degree day in Texas. Not my finest fashion choice, but I guess it was clear I intended this to be my last first date, literally. Despite my questionable wardrobe choice, we had an amazing time. We spent the afternoon talking, laughing, and just enjoying each other's company. It was then I realized I was falling for her. Looking back on it now, I can't believe how quickly everything fell into place. As the days turned into months, and the months into years, it was clear to me that I didn't want to experience life without her. Through all the ups and downs, the facetime study sessions, and the inevitable chaos of life, we've always had each other. I'm beyond grateful for every moment that led me to Rainbow, and now, I'm lucky enough to call her my wife. Here's to a lifetime of love, laughter, and picnics--just hopefully not in 100 degree heat!

With love,

Channing

R&C