Like most relationships in a post-Covid world, we met online. Sharon noticed a comment about Ryan's love of books in his profile- a shared interest! Ryan noticed that Sharon mentioned a favorite podcast in her profile- one of Ryan's favorite interest! Our first date was at an Irish pub, The Grafton in Lincoln Square. While the bar permanently closed a few months later, Ryan and Sharon's relationship continued. Some of our early dates included some of Sharon's favorite activities like a board game night at Guthrie's and walks near the lake front. We also had dates for Ryan's favorite activities like a weeknight Trivia, The Art Institute and a Eurovision watch.