Michael and Helem met in New York, first encountering each other at work, which happened to be in the neighborhood supermarket. Helem and Michael first saw each other, months prior to Michael being hired at the same job. Although Helem does not seem to remember seeing Michael the first time, it was clear to Michael their first encounter. Michael attempted at a joke to get a reaction out of Helem, as he approached her register with a friend, which ended in utter failure. Months later, after Michael being hired, Helem and Michael closed one night, and it has been history since then. The two of them found each other talking all night long, and sparks instantly flew. Michael though being on the shyer end of the spectrum when it came to girls, Helem took initiative to ask him out, or encourage a first date between them (as well as the second date…). Michael and Helem have enjoyed each others company since then, both enjoying quality time with each other in every thing they do. Whether it’s cozying up to a movie at night, spending family time, sports, hiking, video games, or just play time with their puppers Maverick, they enjoy making memories with each other.