A Love Story for the Ages
Our view on Marriage
In the realm of love and companionship, our paths have been long, winding and beautifully imperfect. Warren, previously married, and Khaleeqa, having been single for an extended period, with a dash of significant relationships dispersed throughout her journey. In retrospect, had our lives intersected in our younger years, the result may have been far from ideal. At that time, the essential introspective work had yet to be undertaken; but, as they say, God’s timing is flawless. Our world today presents a multitude of reasons for two hearts to converge. For us, the foundation of our union is inextricably rooted in evolution, in mutual growth.
Our belief is that marriage forms a sanctuary for us to heal, to evolve into the individuals God envisages us to become. It is a sacred cocoon of safety, love, and truth, encouraging us to bring our authentic selves to the table, scars et al., to heal, and bloom more fully into our individualities as we stride towards the twilight of our lives. Our relationship thrives on the less-glamorous, yet profoundly revealing inner work, often termed "the work," which enables us to support each other in the most meaningful ways. Early in our relationship, we found inspiration in a stirring video by Marianne Williamson that echoes our sentiments about our union. We hope our wedding day will enable our guests to witness the depth and beauty of our connection.
Relishing the Ordinary
Weekday dinners form the bedrock of our joys. We're indebted to Mr. Rouse for our love of Dr. Saxlove, a good bottle of Rosé, and watching the sunset paint the White Plains' sky with strokes of tranquility. Our evenings are usually spent appreciating the view, piecing together puzzles, or diving deep into existential conversations.
An Average Day for Us...
We often find ourselves driving to our favorite local haunt or taste-testing offerings at Stew Leonard's, musing on the beauty that life truly is. It is in these moments, in the commonplace activities like making lunch or taking a leisurely stroll for coffee, that we cherish our gift of companionship. The mantra of our relationship is "being present," and this essence of mindfulness permeates all aspects of our lives.
A Date to Remember
Our most cherished date took us to the heart of Florence, Italy. Khaleeqa discovered a quaint, enchanting little restaurant tucked away next to a petite duomo. Here we tasted the most exquisite Cacio e Pepe, a dish so delightful it brought tears to our eyes. We crossed paths with a chic, older couple, their decades-long love story apparent in their shared glance. They looked over at us with an air of fondness, recognizing fellow New Yorkers in our sense of style.
The subsequent course, the tenderest, most flavorful bistecca one could imagine, only heightened the experience. We were simply ecstatic. The evening concluded with a limoncello nightcap. Warren cued up Frank Sinatra on his phone, and we swayed in a slow dance outside the restaurant under the approving eyes of the cheery waitstaff. It was indeed an evening etched in our hearts forever.
Our Shared Vision
We both are individuals who are deeply rooted in spirituality. Although spirituality resonates differently with different people, the connection between us felt as old as time, as if our souls have known each other for millennia. Our conversations often unfold into hours of deep reflections and shared insights into our higher purpose and the vast love that blankets humanity. This sense of profound familiarity, the feeling of coming home when we are together, is quite beyond words. We are simply filled with gratitude for every gift that life has bestowed upon us.
