Welcome back, I'm so happy you're here! In this episode of Tides of the Heart, I sit down with my dad to talk about the love story I’ve had the privilege of watching my whole life — nearly 4 decades of love between them. We dive into the reality of military life, from long deployments to raising a family while often being miles apart, and how they stayed emotionally close despite the distance. My dad shares the roles each partner has to take on at different seasons in a relationship, the trust and teamwork that keep a love like theirs strong, and the small moments that have mattered the most over the years.It’s a conversation about resilience, devotion, and the beauty of choosing each other every single day — even when the miles feel endless.Like, subscribe & share to help others hear these love stories too!

In this episode of Tides of the Heart, I sit down with my friend Emily to hear the love story she’s built over nearly nine years. From the early days of dating to their recent engagement, Emily shares how she and her fiancé gave each other space to grow, trusted the timing of their relationship, and never felt the need to rush something that felt right.Their story is a reminder that when love is real, it doesn’t need to be forced or rushed — it unfolds when it's meant to.If you believe in lasting love, trust in timing, or just want to hear something honest and full of heart — this one’s for you.Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to help more people discover stories like this one.

What starts as a solo trip through Europe becomes a life-changing journey of the heart. In the very FIRST episode of Tides of the Heart, I sit down with Kayleigh Jetel, who set out on a solo adventure to Europe — only to unexpectedly meet the love of her life along the way. She shares how traveling alone helped her find herself and how love found her in the most unexpected moment, and what their relationship looks like now. This is a story about following your curiosity, finding comfort in the unknown, and discovering that love has a way of showing up when you least expect it.

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