Captivating Couples 2013
Long Island, NY
Tracy, 41, nurse
Kelly, 25, neurosurgery physician assistant
Before they began dating, Tracy liked to tease Kelly about the lunches she brought in to their workplace cafeteria. Tracy would pick on my food because I would always have weird things, like tofu or mushrooms. I made her Brussels sprouts one day and probably excited her, jokes Kelly. It turns out the way to the heart is indeed through the stomach. We have a 16 year age difference, but somehow are always on the same page, Kelly explains. We do not argue over nonsense; we talk kindly. We always tell each other how we feel. We show love, feel love, and give love. Her two children have become our two children and we have become a family. According to Kelly, quality time together is the medicine for a healthy relationship. Emphasis on quality. Figure out what makes your partner smile and make it happen as much as possible. Tracy says that Kelly has a way of being her grounding force when she gets anxious. While a walk down the aisle is still a ways off, we know what kind of dishes we are registering for.
They hail from all over the nation, falling head over heels for one another in many different ways. But one thing ties all of these adorable twosomes together—love.
KELLI & ANNE
Chestnut Ridge, NY
Kelli, 45, co-owner of R Family Vacations
Anne, 39, singer
Kelli and Anne were friends for five years, after Anne performed on one of R Family Vacations cruises, before their friendship blossomed into romance in 2010. Their love shines when you hear them sing each others praises. She cares deeply for her family and friends and would do anything for them. I am truly the luckiest that I get to feel so completely loved by her, Anne reveals, while Kelli feels a glow whenever [Anne] walks into the room. I feel nothing but complete joy and happiness. The beaming couple would not reveal all of the details to their upcoming June 2013 wedding at their New York home, but they will say it will be an intimate gathering with family and close friends. Imagine a Martha Stewart-style backyard barbecue theme expertly designed and produced by our fabulous gay friends. Anne is also looking forward to becoming a mom to Kellis four kids. It was a big change in lifestyle for Anne to move from a single city girl to a suburban parent, but the familys support made the transition much easier. Do not expect these two globetrotters to stay put for very long, however—traveling is their livelihood, and they are eager to discover new places together.
