In just 20 days, my partner and I will celebrate our first wedding anniversary. One whole year of being married! And six incredible years of love, growth, and discovery. As this milestone approaches, I’ve been reflecting on how our story unfolded and all the moments — big and small — that brought us here.
And that’s what led me to create this series of 15 blogs on relationships. That I will write this entire month of January.
But before that, let me take you back to where it all began.
From a “Hi” to Forever
And of course, a lot of ups and downs in between.
We were office colleagues- working in the same office branch in different cities. The first time I visited his office branch- our eyes met and something clicked. It wasn’t dramatic like in the movies, but there was a spark.
Over time, that spark grew into something undeniable. Falling in love with him felt natural, like finding the missing piece to a puzzle I didn’t even know I was trying to solve.
Of course, it wasn’t all rainbows and butterflies. Life threw its challenges at us — a long-distance relationship across different time zones, juggling careers, and navigating the uncertainties of our individual lives. He moved countries for his career, I moved cities for mine, and we somehow managed to keep our bond alive through calls, and sheer determination. We have our share of falling apart at times, but there was also a learning that came with it.
Last year, after years of distance and dreaming about being in the same place, we finally tied the knot. Standing there on our wedding day, I realized just how much we’d been through and how strong we’d become because of it.
Why I’m Writing This Series
If there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s that relationships are not just about falling in love — they’re about staying in love. They’re about compromise, patience, trust, and finding happiness in the chaos.
I decided to write this series because relationships, like life, come with ups and downs. And while there’s no perfect formula, I believe there’s power in sharing stories. Over the next 15 blogs, I’ll take you through some of the most significant lessons I’ve learned — from building trust and communication to navigating long-distance and celebrating small wins.
Think of it as a relationship guide, but not the preachy kind. It’s real, it’s raw, and it’s from my heart.
Whether you’re in a new relationship, long-term love, or even navigating a tough patch, I hope these stories will resonate with you and maybe even help you in your journey.
What Makes Us “Us”
Every relationship is unique, and ours is no exception.
What I cherish most is our ability to balance ambition with love. We’ve always supported each other’s dreams, even when it meant being apart for a while.
We’ve had our fair share of arguments, misunderstandings, and moments where it felt like the universe was testing us.
But we’ve always found our way back to each other, stronger and more connected than before. That’s what makes us “us.”
A Big Thank You
Before diving into this series, I just want to thank you for your love and support for my last series, 12 Months, 12 Cities And A Year of Transformations. Writing about my travels was such a joy, and knowing that so many of you found it relatable and inspiring meant the world to me.
This time, I hope to do the same but with a different kind of journey — the one we take in love.
So, here’s to love, growing together, and all the lessons we learn along the way. Let’s navigate the beautiful, messy, and magical world of relationships together, one blog at a time.
And to my partner — thank you for being my biggest adventure and my greatest inspiration.
Stay tuned.
I’d love to hear from you! Do you have a favourite memory or a piece of advice about relationships that you’d like to share? Please drop your thoughts in the comments below!
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