How did your love story begin?

We met on Match.com in March 2020. It was covid and dating was difficult, but we talked for a few weeks and had our first date at my house. I was divorced and he was widowed. We bbq steaks and made French martinis. His smile when I opened the door melted me and he loved that I asked him for a hug when we first met. It was like we knew each other forever from day one.

What is your favorite memory you've shared as a couple?

There are so many memories we have, but my favorite is our 3rd date. Since we couldn’t go to a restaurant due to covid restrictions, he invited me to the forest preserve for dinner. When I arrived, he had a beautiful table set up with margaritas and Mexican food. It was so sweet and thoughtful. Flowers were on the table, and when it started to drizzle, he took out a big umbrella to keep us dry. He is the kindest person I have ever met. He made dating during a difficult time the best ever.

What would you do with $20,000?

If we won the money, we would put some of it towards our wedding next year, and the rest would be donated to my daughter’s animal rescue and put towards his granddaughter’s college education. No matter what happens, our relationship is the biggest “win” and I am forever grateful that I clicked the like button on Match.