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This week, Amaka and Ife tell us all about their experience and how they have maintained a beautiful relationship even with though they are from different cultural backgrounds.
How Did You Meet?
We met at a church youth conference for singles 4 years ago. I think I was really attracted to how, unlike everybody else, he was always asking questions. He seemed very curious and willing to make his next relationship work out - Amaka
She was seated next to me during this conference. I was very mesmerized by her smile and infectious laughter. She commented a lot on the questions I asked after the host had answered them. I think at some point we started murmuring so much that we started getting concerned that we won't get anything from the conference - Ife
What Happened Next?
I couldn't just let a good woman go like that. I got her number oh. Even though I knew we liked each other, my heart was still beating like; what if she says No? - Ife
(laughs) Honestly, If Ife didn't ask for my number that day, I'd have found a way to give it to him, because our connection that day was just out of this world - Amaka
Tell us about Your First Date
It seemed like we were soulmates from another dimension. I remember that we talked for so long that when we checked the time, we were both shocked at the hours we had spent together - Ife
Four words (laughs) BUTTERFLIES IN MY BELLY - Amaka
Did you Immediately Tell Friends and Family?
For me, it wasn't immediate. I needed to be sure It was real, but most importantly, I needed to find a way to convince my family that I was involved with a Yoruba man - Amaka
I was very willing to tell the world about her, but she asked that we take it slow. I won't lie, that statement kind of tugged at my heart. Eventually, when she started explaining and from all that we experienced, I understood her reason - Ife
You're Married Now, What Was Your Family's First Reaction?
(laughs) It wasn't funny at all. I was almost disowned. It took the intervention of the church to convince my dad especially. Till now, I still think he feels betrayed. There was no insult I didn't get. It really took a toll on my mental health - Amaka
My parents were just excited that I was finally getting married. It was a tough period for both of us, especially for her, because we were not planning on getting married without both our parents' blessing. At some point, I was so tempted to ask that we run away and marry someplace new - Ife
Do You Still Have These Issues?
Ife and I are like 5 and 6. Asides the snide remarks from my family, we're good. I've also learned to not let their words or actions get to me - Amaka
I couldn't have wished for what I got. Sometimes, I have doubts that I actually prayed for someone like her. She's really strong and yeah, asides her family, no issues at all - Ife
How Do You Plan On Moving Forward?
Nothing special. We will just keep doing what we're currently doing. Hopefully, God touches everyone's heart. I do my best to protect her from anything that will affect her peace of mind - Ife
Just like he said. (laughs) I can't imagine letting any external thing being my downfall - Amaka
What Lesson Has Love Taught You?
Don't give up on the person you care about the most - Amaka
Love always wins. If it doesn't, run away to where you'll both be happy (laughs) - Ife