We have been together for more than seven years and were married on April 26, 2025. Our story began with a simple message from Simone to Yannick on social media:
“Hi, how are you?”
There was nothing particularly unusual about those words, but the conversation that followed felt easy from the beginning. We quickly discovered that we could speak openly, laugh together and enjoy each other’s company without trying too hard.
Our first date was a little unconventional.
Instead of presenting only the most flattering versions of ourselves, we began talking about our habits, our insecurities and the small imperfections that make us human. It may not sound like the most romantic conversation for a first date, but it immediately created trust between us.
We laughed a lot, and neither of us felt the need to pretend.
During that evening, we also spoke about our values and the lives we hoped to build. The subject of having a family came up naturally, even though we had only just met. There were no plans at that stage, but we both recognized that we shared the same hope of one day becoming parents.
Shortly afterwards, we discovered a funny coincidence: we each had a female French Bulldog. Simone had Nina and Yannick had Luna. The dogs quickly became inseparable, and as our relationship developed, our two separate lives slowly became one little family.
Our personalities are quite different, but this is one of the strengths of our relationship. Yannick is expressive, spontaneous and often guided by his emotions. Simone is thoughtful, patient and tends to look at situations from every angle before making a decision. Yannick encourages Simone to let go, trust his feelings and enjoy the moment. Simone helps Yannick take a step back and find calm when emotions become overwhelming. Together, we are each other's Yin and Yang, balancing action with serenity.
One of the most memorable moments in our relationship happened during a trip to Monument Valley. Surrounded by the vast desert landscape, Simone asked Yannick to marry him. It was peaceful, intimate and completely unforgettable. Life became much more difficult shortly afterwards because of Yannick’s father’s illness. That period tested us in ways we had never expected, but it also showed us how strong our relationship had become.
We supported each other through difficult decisions, grief and uncertainty. We learned that love is not only found in celebrations or romantic moments. It is also found in patience, quiet support and the decision to remain beside one another when there is nothing that can make the situation easier.
When we finally married in 2025, our wedding represented much more than a ceremony. It was a celebration of everything we had already experienced and of our commitment to continue facing life as a team. We are not a perfect couple, and we do not try to be. We sometimes disagree, misunderstand each other or need time to see the other person’s perspective. What matters is that we communicate, listen and never lose sight of the respect we have for one another. Our relationship is built on love, affection, honesty and humour.
Nearly seven years after that first message, we still genuinely enjoy spending time together. We continue to make each other laugh, encourage each other’s dreams and create a life that feels meaningful to both of us.
We believe that the strength of our relationship does not come from never facing difficulties. It comes from knowing that whatever life brings, neither of us will have to face it alone.
