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.
KAMIYA & TANIA
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Kamiya, 29, recreation manager, Marriott
Tania, 32, senior project manager, SEP
The first time Kamiya asked Tania out, the two were in the audience at a burlesque show. Unfortunately, Tania said no. Ouch! laughs Kamiya. But second time was a charm, and here we are nine months later. That determination happens to be one of the things Tania finds endearing about Kamiya. She always sees things through until they are completed. No half-stepping with her! In career, family and just life, she gives 110 percent. For now, the two are having fun getting to know one other, enjoying each others company, and creating amazing moments together, says Kamiya. They are learning to grow as a couple, and to remember that [I am] not flying solo anymore and have to make decisions together, especially when the decision effects both of us, says Kamiya. Laughter also plays a starring role in their developing relationship. We are big on trust, communication and honesty, which goes along with supporting one another and unconditional love. We do not give up!
