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Cheers to Melissa and Ben who tied the knot earlier last month! 🥂

She writes:

"About a year and a half ago, I accepted a date from Ben on Zoosk. I didn't have super high expectations; I just hoped for a nice meal and conversation. Once I realized how much we had in common and how much he made me laugh, one date turned to two, two dates turned to four, and so on. Before I knew it, we became best friend and were inseparable! We got engaged on New Years and got married on July 1, 2017. I could not be more thankful for our happy life together. Thank you, Zoosk!"

You're very welcome. We're beyond thrilled you found your happily ever after. 😀

Alberto and Serina's love story started with a wink.⠀ ⠀ He writes: ⠀

"Serina winked at me on Zoosk. From there, we began messaging each other. A few weeks later, we exchanged phone numbers and talked some more. Our first date was at a lovely Italian resturaunt in The Bronx (near her house). We ate and talked until the restaurant closed. Not wanting to end the night, she suggested a lounge, where we talked and danced the night away. Six months later, I proposed! It has been 4 blissful years since then."⠀

Congratulations! We wish you two a lifetime of bliss. 😉

Life won't sparkle unless you do. Kevin's happy spirit attracted Shanta.

He writes:

"In the misty, early hours of the morning, I walked outside with a twinkle in my eye and an extra bounce in my step. I had talked to Shanta for the first time the night before. The flirting and fun banter continued for a couple of weeks, until I finally asked her out on a date. We lived about 70 miles apart, and much to my surprise, not only did she agree to meet me, she drove up to meet me. The date went really well! A month later, we made our relationship Facebook official. From there, the passion in our hearts blossomed and the love we felt for each other grew stronger. On Christmas Eve (with my parents beside me), I proposed. And with teary eyes, she said yes! We celebrated our one-year anniversary in April and our expecting our first child in September! Thank you Zoosk for making us both this happy."

You're so very welcome! We wish you two a lifetime of happiness. 😀

The longer you wait for something, the more you appreciate it when you get it. Asia and Nicole know this all too well.

Asia writes:

"Being single for years, I tried my best to work on myself. I also prayed often during that time, hoping to find real love someday. Just when I wanted to stop looking for love and give up, I saw Nicole on Zoosk. Nicole too had been single for several years and was looking for real love. When we met each other for the first time, we knew we wouldspend the rest of our lives together! My life has changed forever, and I cherish every moment we spend together. She means the world to me."

Congratulations on finding each other! We wish you two a lifetime of love. 😀

Sometimes, a heartbreak can turn into a blessing. For Melissa, it did just that.⠀

She writes:⠀

“There I was—about to turn 32 and somehow single after being with the same person for nearly 6 years. We were 3 months away from our wedding day when I found out he had been cheating on me. Suffice it to say, I didn’t think I would ever get over that heartbreak, and I definitely was not interested in dating again.⠀

Many months later, as I was scrolling through my Facebook feed, I see a couple of my friends have 'liked’ Zoosk. I thought, 'Eh, what do you have to lose?' And so, I signed up for 3 months. One day, Erik messaged me saying, 'You really are admitting to the world to be a Jets fan?! I’m sorry.' That got my attention because he clearly read my profile, and I liked the playful, albeit rude comment about my team. We exchanged numbers and spoke on the phone the next night. I couldn’t believe how smart and funny he was!

We met up the following Sunday to watch the Jets play. The date lasted 9 hours! He wanted me to stay longer, but I knew it was time for me to head home. It was pouring rain, and he refused to let me run to my car myself. When we got to my car, I told him, 'Thanks and bye,' trying to hurry inside. But he grabbed me by my shoulders and kissed me softly, as though the rain ceased to fall and we had all the time in the world.⠀

Erik is my soulmate, my person, and my best friend. I know without a shadow of a doubt that when I look into his eyes, I am looking into the eyes of a man who will love me unconditionally, forever. There’s not a day that goes by where I don’t thank God for the heartbreak that led me to finding him.”

Brandi and Brad got engaged over the holidays and we couldn't be happier for the two of them!

She writes:

"Brad and I met after corresponding for about a month on Zoosk. We live 8 hours apart and decided to meet up on the weekend of July 4th. We have nurtured our long-distance relationship since then. He is the sweetest and kindest man I have ever met. He absolutely brings out the best in me and I know I do the same for him. We got engaged on Christmas Eve and plan to wed in June 2017. I will move from Louisiana to Arkansas to live with him on his family farm. He is my best friend and my kismet, and my life just feels complete with him in it."

Congratulations! We wish your new year is filled with as much love and happiness as the last one. 😃

Nothing can hinder the firm resolve of a determined soul. Amanda was determined to find a life partner and she did.

She writes:

"I signed up on Zoosk after one of my relationships failed. I wanted to find a lifelong partner (and not just another temporary relationship). I was determined. When I widened my mile range, Eric popped up in my search and I was pleasantly surprised. I messaged him and he messaged me back. Our conversations were honest, open and flowed naturally. After a couple of weeks, he asked me out. We decided to meet at Six Flags Magic Mountain. Prior to meeting in person, I confirmed he was the actual person I saw on Zoosk by FaceTiming him. It was evident there was a strong and natural connection between us. Meeting him in person only confirmed that we were going to be inseparable. We are perfect each other because we both have a lot in common, similar values, and compliment each other's strengths and weaknesses. He is everything I have ever wanted in a partner and I know he was meant for me. Thank you Zoosk!"

You're very welcome! We're beyond thrilled for Amanda and Eric. 🙂