Before our first date took place, a history-defining moment happened in the blink of an eye...rather, the swipe of a finger... the moment Sam & I matched on Hinge. I (Crystal) remember it clearly: swiping left on a multitude of profiles, quickly losing hope for what the online dating scene could offer me in a newfound season of looking for love. But alas, hope remained alive. And I'm glad it did.

*Sam's pre-Hinge match paragraph*

Though there's still a stigma associated with digital dating, I (Crystal) felt led to take a leap of faith on love...online. I didn't know much of what to expect; but I remember feeling excited for what would manifest. Then, it happened. In a sea of profiles, I remember seeing Sam's. He caught my attention with his handsome smile and great looking muscles. But beyond what I saw in his physical appearance was what I noticed about his personality: light-hearted, level-headed, a sophisticated sense of humor, and a chivalrous attitude. He reached out with a witty introduction and I remember thinking to myself: how could I not entertain this compelling new suitor?

*Sam's first impression paragraph*