Their story is a testament to the power of serendipity and the magic of mutual connections. It all began with a gentle nudge from fate, orchestrated by dear friends, Jess and Jeremy, who saw something special in both of them. They set the stage for a blind date that would change the course of their lives forever. On that first date at Armando's on El Paseo, conversation flowed effortlessly as they sat across from each other on a beautiful April evening. However, earlier that day, David had asked his good friends Naomi and Brenden if he should mention that he likes board games as a topic of conversation. They told him not to because it would be perceived as unattractive. Well, in that conversation on the first date, David accidentally let it slip that he plays board games and there was one in particular he liked that started with a D that he couldn't remember the name of. Stephanie asked, "Dominion?" It was there, amidst astonishment and the clinking of margarita glasses, that they discovered a mutual passion for the strategic intricacies of Dominion, a game that would become the cornerstone of their budding romance. From that first date onwards, their time together was a whirlwind of adventure and discovery. They explored their beautiful city of Palm Springs hand in hand, savoring the delights of cocktail bars and indulging in romantic dinners under the soft glow of candlelight. But amidst the hiking trails, weekend getaways, and art museums, they always found solace in the simplicity of a board game, losing themselves in the world of Dominion as they strategized and schemed their way to victory. Since then, they have built their board game collection up to 50, traveled to many cities, became obsessed with pickleball, and are always up for a new fine dining experience. The future is looking pretty sweet.