Our Journey
10 February 2024 — Our first link-up
We met at that spot in Braam. It was loud, crowded, and hot. We ended up standing outside by the car just talking for three hours. I don't even remember what we talked about, I just remember you roasting my music taste and me thinking, 'Okay, she's got jokes.' I knew I wasn't going home alone ever again.
15 May 2024 — Hoodie Heist
I bought that white fleece hoodie for myself. I wore it exactly once. Then you came over for a movie, said you were cold, and 'borrowed' it. Next thing I know, I'm seeing it in your selfies and on your stories. I never got it back. Honestly? It looks better on you anyway.
22 August 2024 — Wash Day
I walked in while you were deep in your hair routine. Arms tired, products everywhere, looking stressed. You didn't try to hide it or look 'cute.' You just asked me to pass the clip. I sat there and helped you section it out. That was the first time I felt like we were really partners, not just dating.
5 November 2024 — 2AM Garage Pie
We were coming back from an event, starving. We stopped at the garage, got the worst pies imaginable, and sat in the car eating them like it was a 5-star meal. You had sauce on your face and were laughing at something stupid I said. That’s my favorite memory. Just us, no filter.
10 March 2025 — When the anxiety hit
I was spiraling about work. I was quiet and moody. You didn't ask a million questions or try to force me to talk. You just put on my favorite playlist, ordered the specific Nando's meal I like (Hot, not Mild), and just sat with me until the noise in my head stopped. You held it down when I couldn't.
1 September 2025 — "Dezemba" Planning
Watching you plan our December trip. The spreadsheets, the outfits, the way you needed everything to be right. I made fun of you for being extra, but secretly I loved it. I love that you care about making our memories look good.
14 February 2026 — Right Now
Two years in. We've got the inside jokes, the shared closet, and the same dreams. I made this site because sometimes I don't say it loud enough: You're it for me, Khanyi. Happy Valentine's.
Gallery
We don't really do the whole 'long paragraphs on Instagram' thing. But I wanted to put this somewhere permanent. Just the moments where I looked at you and realized you weren't just a vibe, you were the whole plan.
Gold Reef vibes. You were so hyped to get on the rides, posing like you own the place. I was just trying to keep up. We look like a whole brand here.
Face cards valid. It was hot, crowded, and we were tired of walking, but you still looked effortless. No edits, just us being locked in.
Caught in 4K. The famous Khanyi side-eye. This definitely happened right after I thought I was being funny. I love that you don't let me get away with anything.
Sunlight hitting right. My hoodie, your fleece, good vibes. Days like this are why I don't stress about the future anymore.
No filter, no noise. Just us in our own little bubble. You leaning on my shoulder is my definition of peace. Wouldn't trade this spot for anything.
Up close. No filters, no noise. I look at this and just think: yeah, I'm good. I'm exactly where I'm supposed to be.
Reasons I Love You
Top Reasons
- You match my energy. You don't try to change me, but you don't let me slack off either. You keep me sharp.
- You actually listen. Not just to the words, but to the vibe. You know when I'm stressed before I even say it.
- You got your own thing going on. You're ambitious. I love watching you win at work/school. It makes me want to level up too.
- The small things. The way you steal my hoodies. The specific way you order your coffee. The way you look at me when you think I'm not looking.
- Because with you, it's just easy. No drama, no games. Just us.
Memories
The Hoodie Heist. It's technically theft, but I'll allow it because you look better in it than I do.
Eating garage pies in the car at 2AM. We really thought that was fine dining. Best date ever.
Helping you with wash day. Seeing the process. Realizing how much work goes into looking that good.
This site. Me actually sitting down to make this because a card didn't feel like enough for you.
Promises
My Promises
- I promise to keep showing up. Even when it's inconvenient. Even when we're both tired.
- I promise to keep dating you. We aren't getting boring. I'm keeping the dates and the effort coming.
- I promise to let you have the aux cord (most of the time).
- I promise to protect your peace. The world is loud, I want to be the place where you can just chill.
- I promise to kiss your forehead everytime you're sad.