It all began at Fleming College in 2016 when Rebecca was introduced to Stephen in an unconventional manner—by her then-boyfriend, who jokingly referred to Stephen as "dad." Little did they know how significant this introduction would become in their lives.

That summer, Rebecca and Stephen went on their first date. They stayed up talking until sunrise, sharing their hopes and dreams, and creating a list of future date ideas that felt like a treasure map for their budding connection. They watched movies and exchanged laughter, and by morning, something magical had sparked between them. However, Rebecca wasn't ready for that kind of commitment; still tied to her past, she made the difficult decision to go back to her ex and move to Ireland for school.

Fast forward to the pandemic—COVID brought a wave of isolation, and Rebecca decided to check in on old friends through Snapchat. She reached out to everyone she knew, including Stephen. Their chats started light-heartedly, and soon Rebecca found herself playfully photoshopping Stephen’s face with makeup, just for fun. This little act of silliness reignited the connection they once had.

That winter, Rebecca moved to her dad's house, just a short three-minute drive from Springwood, the frat house where Stephen was living. Suddenly, their paths crossed again, and Rebecca found herself spending countless nights at the frat house. Their “dates” were simple yet meaningful: trips to Tim Hortons for tea, getting air in Stephen's tires, and car washes. Despite the restrictions of COVID, they made the most of their time together, enjoying each other's company in every way they could.

Valentine’s Day that year was a turning point. Rebecca felt a twinge of sadness when Stephen hesitated to call her his girlfriend. He wanted to be exclusive, but she was confused—what did that even mean? Nonetheless, they had a lovely date at Cobourg Beach, which would become a cherished spot for them over the next few years. The beach became a symbol of their love—a place to celebrate, reflect, and dream.

However, life threw them a curveball when Stephen decided to move to British Columbia that spring to be closer to his mom. The distance was painful for both of them, and it felt as if Rebecca’s heart was breaking. Yet, their bond remained strong, fuelled by regular FaceTime dates and late-night conversations that bridged the gap between them. In September, Stephen visited, and they took the plunge by getting matching tattoos—a bold step for two people still navigating their feelings for one another.

On October 8th, they officially became a couple. Yes, they had matching tattoos before making it "official," but it felt right. By December 28th, they took their love to the next level by adopting their fur baby, Norman. It felt like a natural progression for them, even as Stephen took things slow and lived with Rebecca for only three weeks before returning to the frat house.

It wasn’t long before he realized he couldn’t stay away. By August, Stephen decided it was time to move in with Rebecca full-time. Their home was filled with laughter and the quirks that made them unique. They were more than just a couple; they were best friends who embraced their weirdness and had the most fun together.

Their love story, which started in a light-hearted and unconventional way, transformed into a beautiful journey filled with laughter, love, and countless memories. Every moment—whether silly or profound—wove the tapestry of their lives together. And as they continue this adventure, Stephen and Rebecca can't wait to see where it leads them next.

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