in a nutshell...

We first met in 2016 while we were both students at Fordham University. It was during auditions for a Chinese New Year celebration. Lu was there with friends to try out for a special musical performance, and James auditioned right after. Something clicked immediately. A few weeks later, after an unforgettable night watching Sleep No More , we officially became a couple.

Over the years, we’ve weathered quite a few rounds of long-distance: Columbus–New York, Columbus–China, Columbus–Delaware. It wasn’t always easy, but we found ways to make it work—thanks to patience, laughter, and a lot of video calls.

In December 2024, we celebrated a Chinese-style engagement ceremony with our families in Changsha, China, where we were formally recognized by one another’s families.

X&J

Wedding Celebration