from Connie Clifford to Judy Pike (Ocean Shores)
Our life together began in 1985 in Kansas City, Missouri. You were transferred to Seattle in 1986. In 1987, we all moved to Washington: three daughters, two dogs, and two cats. Now we have five grandkids, two great-grandkids, and one more on the way. Our life has truly been amazing, and I plan on spending many, many more years together. Judy, you are my heart, and I know I'm yours.
from Steven to Mike (Ocean Shores)
Before TikTok and Spotify and all the countless social media platforms, there were the dark ages of the internet, when AOL ruled as king of dial-up (stories could and should be written about this "gay-rassic" period). And then suddenly Gay.com appeared on the horizon as a way to connect, and we cheered in sheer glory of our new ability to be able to connect with others. This is where the adventures of Mike and Steven began. Now you make sure that every chapter in this adventure is covered in some sort of media. It used to drive me crazy all the time spent taking snapshots of us, but now I am thankful for your diligence. But remember one of the first "selfies" I took while we were waiting for our first boat ride together to Lummi Island? Oh, and as for boats, well, that's another story... I love you to the moon and back, across the stormy seas and calm waters. You will always be my Captain Mike.
from Rich to Kevin (Seattle)
Happy 16(1/2) and counting, älskling! Here's to many more to come! Thanks for all the good times and being there in the bad. All my love, Motek
from Mike to Steven (Ocean Shores)
We met online. I was in a Spokane chat room in October 2005 when you appeared out of the blue in an instant message. You were from Bellingham, across the state, on the Washington coast.
For the following four months, we chatted online, emailed back and forth, and talked on the phone. In February 2006, you flew to Spokane to meet me. I waited nervously in the airport until you finally turned the corner.
"Hi!" you piped with radiant blue eyes and a smile from ear to ear. Your joy took my breath away.
I fell in love with you over the course of getting to know you, through these emails, phone calls, and visits — flying back and forth to be with each other — spanning the ten months we dated. That summer 18 years ago, you sold your home and moved to Spokane to begin your new life with me.
As a thoughtful listener, you're my sounding board and compass when I become lost on distant horizons of new ideas. But wherever I am, whatever I'm doing, with just your smile, you bring me home. I love you, Steven.
from Bailey to Lucy (Seattle)
Knowing you is a privilege. Loving you is a gift. How lucky am I to be in love with you in this lifetime. This Valentine's Day, please be mine. Loving you always, Bailey
from Jen Gillies to Jade Gillies (Aberdeen)
It's an extraordinary thing to meet someone who you can bare your soul to, and who will accept you for what you are. I've been waiting what seems like a very long time to get beyond what I am. And now, I feel like I can finally begin. No measure of time with you will be long enough. But let's start with forever.
from Lolo to Princess (Monroe)
Five years ago, I made a vow to work on myself. I didn't know who you were or if you even existed, but I knew if I met the "one," I wanted to be the best version of myself for you. As time went on, and I slowly healed, the universe decided it was time for us to meet. I had no idea that I never knew what it meant to be happy and at peace until I met you. You have shown me what it means to be a good person, through your authenticity and compassion for those around you. I am truly thankful to have you in my life and to be able to experience all the things that you bring. You have given me a life that allows me to walk around with a smile on my face every day. I think that the world would be a better place if everyone had someone like you in their life. I hope everyone can some day experience the type love you have shown me. — Your Lolo
from Wifey to Xanadu (Snohomish Co.)
How do I even begin to put into words how much you mean to me? I love your goofy smile and how much we make each other laugh. I love the home-cooked meals you make and how much you spoil me. I love how excited you get about puzzles, projects, and games. I love how cute it is when you baby-talk the dogs. I love how we can be weirdos together.
I didn't believe it was possible to be this in love with someone and so happy. Thank you for being my wife and soulmate. You are such an impressive, intelligent, and beautiful woman; I can't believe that I was the one who got to snatch you up. Thank you for making my life an adventure. You are my home, my heart, and my Xanadu.