Our 7-Month Mensiversary

Time seems to be slipping through my fingers, and today marks the 7-month milestone of Sinan and me being together since that fateful day in March. I still remember every detail of that afternoon vividly – the nervousness, the excitement, and the warmth that Sinan brought into my life. As the clock struck the end of my workday, I found myself hesitating to call an Uber. You see, back then, I had only been driving for two months, and the thought of navigating downtown traffic filled me with anxiety. Catherine, my dear friend, gave me the much-needed encouragement to go downtown to see Sinan and his friends. It meant a lot to me that Sinan remembered I wanted to meet his friends and that he took the initiative to invite me. 

Love, I've come to realize, is all about those little things.The night was daunting with its thick blanket of snow and freezing temperatures, but my heart remained warm. Sinan's hand rested on my shoulder as we all prepared to walk to the restaurant. I was shy and unsure of how to react. And when he saw me getting out of the Uber, he rushed over and lifted me off the ground. My heart raced, and I was torn – should I wrap my arms around him? Would he think I was too forward if I did? So, I hesitated. Inside the restaurant, our hands found each other naturally. I could feel the warmth emanating from his soul. Sinan gazed at me when he thought I wasn't looking, and again, I was caught in a dilemma. Should I make direct eye contact or pretend not to notice? My nerves always seemed to get the best of me. 

Later, in the vehicle with his friend Uugh driving me back home, we shared a kiss in the backseat. It had been a while, and I hoped he didn't notice my hesitation. The kisses were sweet and effortless, a testament to the connection we shared. As his friend dropped me off, I couldn't help but wonder when I'd see him again. All I wanted was for them to get home safely, and I silently thanked myself for taking the leap to meet Sinan. What an incredible and memorable night it was. 

Love is indeed in the little things, in the moments that make your heart race and your spirit soar. Here's to many more months and adventures with Sinan.