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āI Started To Like Pink Againā: 50 Women Recall The Instant They Just Knew He Was āThe Oneā
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Sometimes, you see a couple and just know theyāre perfect together. Itās that effortless connection, the way they laugh at each otherās jokes, or just the way they look at one another. And it makes you wonder, how did they know they had found the one? Well, today, weāre diving into exactly that!
Someone on TikTok asked, āWomen who are happily married, when did you know your husband was the one?ā And the internet deliveredāwith a whopping 26.8 thousand replies filled with sweet, unexpected, and downright heart-melting moments. Keep reading to see what these women had to say!
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#1
On our first date he stopped on the freeway to help a kitten when he got back in the car I said āwow you must really like cats!ā He said āactually no Iām allergic but if I can help I doā heās the most generous loving person Iāve ever met. š
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#2
When my abusive dad was yelling at me and he took my hand walked out of the house with me and said "I will never let him speak to you like that ever again"
#3
Instead of worrying about him cheating, you're worried about him dying.
nomnomborkbork 17 hours ago
This. I'm a very strong, independent woman who was single for decades by choice. Now I can't imagine life without him.
Sometimes, when you see a couple, they look like theyāve walked straight out of a romantic movie. Theyāre completely in sync, finishing each otherās sentences, sharing secret smiles, and just radiating that weāre-perfect-together energy. Itās the kind of love that makes you wonderāhow did they know? What was the exact moment they realized they had found the one?
And as any good love story tells you, thereās always a sign that points you toward the right person. Sure, you could take a compatibility test or analyze star signs, but isnāt it more intriguing to hear real stories of how people just knew? Whether it was a tiny moment of kindness, an unexpected connection, or a simple realization that they never wanted to be apart, these signs are what make love stories truly special.
#4
He tried to find my cat and looked under every car in the neighborhood and sent me photos āis she lunaā all night long (imagine how many cats are in Ä°stanbul)
Bi.Felicia 19 hours ago
Sounds like a very sweet and generous person but if this ever happens again, please give him a photo or description of the cat.
#5
I felt at peace every time i saw him. No stress, no anxiety, no butterflies.
Rachel Reynolds 1 day ago
This. I'm an introvert and I never felt the "drain" when I was with him, We're married 16 years now
#6
When my dad was fighting for his life with neuro cancer my husband (boyfriend of only 3 months at the time) sat outside in the waiting room for hours everyday to support us during our worst days ā¤ļøāš©¹
To understand more about these little yet powerful signs, we spoke with relationship coach Ketki Bedekar. With experience working with over 500 clients, she has guided many couples through their journey, helping them navigate love, connection, and the ups and downs of relationships. She shared her insights on how people recognize the one and what truly makes a relationship last.
#7
I asked myself a question ādo i want my kid to have a father like him?, do i want my daughter to have a partner like him? Do i want to have a son like him?ā The answer is absolutely Yes.
#8
He adopted my down syndrome little sister after my parents passed away.
Bi.Felicia 19 hours ago
I'm guessing that they both adopted the little sister and not just the boyfriend/husband?
Ketki explains, "When I work with couples, a big part of the process is looking back at their past. Understanding where the relationship started often gives us clarity on where itās headed. Many times, couples are struggling in the present, but when we discuss the early days, they reconnect with the emotions that brought them together in the first place."
#10
when he looked me in the eye and said āloving you isnāt hard, itās a privilegeā and i believed him. (13 years together š„°)
Uncommon Sense 15 hours ago
Oooh. Quite like that one. Good chat up line after twenty years with my other half!
#11
He drove 18 hours to take me in a date, returned 5 times more. At the end of each one of his stays, he took me to the grocery store to stock up my fridge (i was a single mom)
#12
I noticed myself becoming softer because I felt safer, seen, heard, cared for, there was more laughter, dancing, creating, praying and growing.
"We talk about how they met, how their bond grew, and the little moments that made them fall for each other," she continues. "Itās always fascinating to see how much of love isnāt about grand gestures, but about those tiny, meaningful moments that make all the difference."
#13
When I met his friends, family and colleages and everyone knew everything about me, it felt like I was immediately part of them š
#14
When his actions spoke louder than any words Iād ever been told before. He continuously kept showing up for me & loving me in ways I would have never thought to ask forš it will feel RIGHT I promise
#15
When I met him he was pretty deep with alcohol, I never asked him to stop drinking or to change anything. He stopped drinking and changed everything to be the best version of himself. Heās amazing
"One of the most common things I hear from couples is how much they appreciated the little things. Youād think itās always about something bigālike an extravagant date or a once-in-a-lifetime tripābut often, itās something small."
"The way their partner laughed, how they always saved the last bite for them, or how they instinctively reached for their hand in a crowded place. Love is built in these everyday moments."
#17
Heād buy food for EACH homeless person we encountered & talked to them. He also helped EVERY INSECT AND ANIMAL in the streets. Literally put a worm on the side of the street so no one would step on it
#18
i got covid and he came over in a hazmat suit with all my fave food and gifts, took care of me all night and cleaned my room š
"Itās those simple things that make you realize youāve found something special," she adds. "When your partner feels like home, when their happiness becomes as important as your own, when you feel a sense of peace just being around themāthatās when you know. Itās not always fireworks and grand confessions; sometimes, itās just knowing deep down that you wouldnāt want to go through life without this person."
#19
peace. just like that. heās making my life easier, happier. no drama, no stress, no crying myself to sleep. just peace š
#20
When I met him, he felt like home. I felt like I was being embraced by the arms of my loving parents.. idk how to explain it.
Paige Merlin 1 day ago
Exactly! All my life crazy homesickness if I wasnāt with immediate family but never with him, he is my home (married almost 5 months together 7 years). We were long distance so it mattered a lot!
#21
If I cough in the middle of the night he wakes and pats my back and asks if Iām okay. He never remembers, itās just muscle memory š„¹
šŗš¦ šµšø TribbleThinking 16 hours ago
I'll be sitting be there quietly on my laptop, when MrTribble, lightly jolted from sleep, will suddenly mumble something polite like "I'm sorry, I didn't catch that" or "I'll make you a cup of tea in a minute". He'll sometimes go right back to sleep. It's fascinating how courteous and considerate he remains when not even fully conscious!
"I once had a couple who told me they realized they were meant to be when they discovered they both had a habit of making up ridiculous songs for everyday things," she laughs. "It sounds silly, but it was their thing, a connection that was uniquely theirs. These small, seemingly insignificant moments are often the strongest signs that youāve found your person."
#22
Not my story, but my client said: āI looked at him & had this feeling that I knew I wanted our future daughter to know what it feels like to be loved by him & our son to be raised by himā š
Bi.Felicia 19 hours ago
Idk why but the wording of this really irks me. Wouldn't you want both your son(s) and daughter(s) to be raised and loved by him?
#23
When i had a deep sense of confidence that no matter what, he wasnāt going anywhere. That deep feeling of security. I had never felt that before.
#24
Not married, but engaged. During the dating stage I never felt anxious waiting for a text back or scheduling. He made me feel so secure from the very beginning š«¶š»
"There are always signs," she concludes. "Sometimes theyāre obvious, like an instant connection or an undeniable chemistry. Other times, they sneak up on you, hidden in the way your partner remembers your coffee order or how they check if you got home safely. Love isnāt about finding the one perfect personāitās about recognizing the person who feels perfect for you."
#25
I never asked, never begged. He never made me feel stressed or questioned. He is patient with me and loves me the way I am. He gave me the peace I had been dreaming of
#26
I saw a comment that said āI started to like pink againā and that is it. When I realized this guy was taking care of me in ways which allowed me to make time to tap into my femininity.
Emily Phillips 36 minutes ago
I felt this 100. Ive never been a touchy feely person. I didnt like people touching me or hugs. But with him im constantly wanting to cuddle with him or touch him.
#27
When they care about your feelings more than anything and would sacrifice anything for you. They put in effort to meet your love language every day and want to protect you and provide. They apologize
#28
He planned thoughtful dates fourteen nights in a row after our first date. He said he didnāt want to give any other man a chance to see me. Weāve been together ever since.
Bi.Felicia 18 hours ago
If that were to happen to me today, I'm not so sure that I could handle going out on a date, every single day for 2 weeks straight. Maybe if every other date is a nap/cuddle/movie at home kinda thing, then I might survive. Haha
Well, if nothing else, these stories are a sweet reminder that love is real and that the one might just be out there for you, too. Maybe all you need to do is wait for a sign or notice the little moments that are already happening. Do these posts remind you of someone? Share them with that special person!
#31
Itās when you meet them and you donāt really question if they are the one because the shoe just fits. You feel safe and they love you to the core of who you are. Itās a look on their face.
#33
When I started to be completely vulnerable and let my guard down on all topics and realized he still loved me and maybe loved me even more for being so honest!
#34
I didnāt have to beg for bare minimum. He is always intentional & says things like āhow can I take the load of off you.ā š„¹ in our talking stage he was never disingenuous & always followed through.
#35
It was immediate. Our first conversation felt like we time warped into another dimension where only the two of us existed and our souls aligned.
#36
When he made me realize that he was the first man to ever make me feel completely safe, loved, and truly happy. 5 years of unconditional love and everytime he walks in the door I feel peacešš½š¤
#38
No bad gut feeling. No anxiety. No back and forth. It just logically, spiritually, and emotionally felt right
#39
I was giving him a spa night and was giving him a facial. While I was massaging his face he started bawling and said he never thought God would bless him so much and he was so gratefulāØ
zububonsai 1 day ago (edited)
Once, my partner was gone earlier to bed than me, I came in and tucked the sides of his cover under him (like you would do with kids). He, a sturdy mountain of man, started crying, "Nobody was ever that nice, soft, considerate with me in the last... 40 years. My mom used to do this when I was small."
#40
He knew i struggled with some trust issues du to previous experience,toxic stories so he made me handle his phone during the first date and made me guess the passeword, it was my birthday from thenā¤ļø
#41
When i accidentally opened his notes app and saw two years worth of notes of things he loved about me & of all the good memories he had of him & my family. (Weāre married & have a son nowā¤ļø)
#42
On our first date. He was so soft spoken but made me laugh so much. I felt an overwhelming amount of contentment and calmness I had ever felt. I texted my sisters āOmg guys I found my husbandā
#43
When we started dating, he woke up at 5am, left house at 5:45, so he could arrive at my house at 6:30 and sat outside and waited me till whenever I want (7 or 7:15) so he could drive me to work š
MalayDragon 8 hours ago
I had to read this twice lol, because i was initially confused why he would wake up early, leave (your) house to only then wait outside... Sorry my brain did not comprehend him leaving his house instead.. LOL
#45
As someone who is always very anxious and pessimistic; everything about him was easy going, familiar, and safe š„ŗ
#46
When we had a tough time he said ādonāt worry, iāll make everything possible for you, just trust me.ā
#47
i become a girly girl, i used to be a boy in every relationship i had back then.
#49
When I heard him praying over me while he thought I was sleeping. I don't even say such detailed prayers for myself.
#50
Since the day he came to my life he started taking the weight off my plate. Made life easy for me š„ŗ
Bi.Felicia 18 hours ago
Where can I find a man who will take my weight? Not just off a plate but all the excess weight off of me. It would definitely make my life easier and all this time I thought diet and exercise was key. š¤¦š»āāļø
#52
He has the mentality of us vs the problem. He always validated my feelings and tries to talk it out instead of avoiding or attacking me
#53
We were dating for 6 months when he got an amazing offer in another country. He was willing to let it slip to be with me but I told him to do whatās best for his future. So he proposed and we moved š
#54
If you feel peace in everything: money, household, relativesā¦ itās him. He will always protect you
#55
Whenever im stressed especially when i have finals and projects due , he would stay up all night just to make study guides and flashcards for me so i can wake up with more time to study. I love himš¤
#56
I used to be a huge kpop fan, esp. Girls Generation. My ex-bf (before my hubby) always tell me that all the merchandises i owned was pointless & encouraged me to sell it - which I eventually did. Fast forward when I met my husband - every time I shared my love for kpop not only he was excited, and he told me āplease donāt sell whatās left - I want our future daughter to share what you loveā.
#57
He asked me if he wanted to go to NYC for our first date, I asked him: isn't it difficult to drive in NYC? He told me: I do it all the time, don't worry. After a while I realized that he actually hated driving in NYC, but he only did it to make me happy, since then he continues to do things that even if he doesn't like it, he does it just to make me happy.
#59
not married yet (sept 14th!) but when I was at my absolute lowest mentally- he picked me up and bathed me, dressed me, and prayed over me. I didnāt ask - I knew then š©š½āā¤ļøāšØš¾š¤
#61
we were only dating a few months at the time. Covid almost took me out. This man was my caretaker during that time and never left my side. Hes always showed up for me and remains my calm during the
#62
When I started to be so caring and loving and in my full feminine energy and at peace and all he do is work hard for me and our family even stress he took it away from me
#63
When he slept on the floor of the ICU for a week while I was recovering. He wouldnāt leave my side until one of my parents was there with me.
Paige Merlin 1 day ago
I hate staying in the hospital, I attract medical mistakes, but he came before and stayed after visiting hours as much as he could get away with - just made sure he was there if there was any possible time I didnāt have to be alone. My bf (now husband) washing my hair for me in the hospital is a very special memory for the both of us.
#64
I started liking bright colors on me
Sneaky Little Peach 15 hours ago
As an 'always black clothes' girl, wearing a bright red t-shirt at the moment, I can relate!
#65
He just popped up in my life on one random day, out of nowhere with no mutual connections. I talked with him for 20 minutes and felt like I had known him for 20 years.
#66
When i found a whole book written by him of how much he loved me and how he can be a better man,to help me with my traumas, also a promise to himself āto give her the life she always dreamed ofā š„ŗ
#67
When he made me feel loved without trying. When i no longer had to translate every thought or feeling I had. I knew when I was with him I was understood and seen for everything I am. And for once I wasnāt too much, I was simply enough.
#68
He always talk calmly even when he is mad. He will take a breath sit down ask me to sit, will start to talk calmly. Also auper clean and organized. Opposite attracts
#69
Iāve found the one person who brings out my inner child in the safest most fun ways, always wants to have the difficult conversations that old me would run from. You donāt do that w anyone.
#70
For the first time in my life, I felt comfortable with needing someone. I allowed him to take care of me. I finally was able to let my feminine energy free. My soul felt safe.
#73
Weāre currently engaged, I knew he was the one when he video called me at Sephora to shop makeup for me, Iām dark skin and I could hear him describe my skin tone to the sales rep.
#74
He made me feel at HOME. He made me feel loved , understood and seen ā¤ļøā¤ļø. ( I am not actually married nor in a relationship , Iām just speaking it into existence)
#75
Heās always put me #1, never made me doubt our relationship. He is my safest person. He is so so gentel. Most importantly, he saved me from darkness.Weāre getting married this august š
#76
i always thought love was only fire & thrills. my exes were that. but love is also calm & peace. my husband shows me both passion & safetyš¤
#77
Iāve been in love. But he makes me feel like Iāve never being loved before, Iām a completely diferente woman since I meet him, more kind and feminine, relax and cherish
#78
we were 18/19...the first time we ever got to be alone together instead of making
advances at me like others, he pulled his phone out so we could play chess, he's really good at it-
#79
We where in New York City I had gotten my period and was having extreme cramps he found me pads and medicine and comforted me on the train ride home so much that I fell asleep we were teenagers
#81
Several reasons: he listened, made me a better person, those butterflies went away, I started to like pink, smile more often, set boundaries, appreciate my parents and started to love them moreā¦
#82
I started to fall in love with myself and life again and he is the only man Iāve ever wanted marriage and kids with. He single handedly put me back together after being shattered by friends, family and toxic past relationships for my whole life prior. We arenāt married or even engaged yet, but after 2 months of dating I knew he was the one for me. About to celebrate 4 years together. Iāve never met a more patient, kind, loving and understanding man, I truly thought they didnāt exist or that I was worthy of having such a man, until him š„¹
#83
I knew it in the moment he looked me with those big brown eyes and told me I was the smartest most beautiful person heās ever met
#84
From the jump he took me out of dates instead of just āhanging outā when it was cold and snowy outside he made a pathway with his foot prints so I didnāt have to walk through all the snow š
#85
When I realized that he does everything to make my life easier and not harder, and i seen him cry in prayers for meā¤ļø
#86
He literally did anything just to be with me. I insisted at first, but he proved his love over and over again, even leaving his toxic parents behind (who wanted him to marry another woman which is their friendsā daughter), just to be with me. He fly alone to my parentsā house (who live in another island) to ask their permission to marry me. My dad refused at first because of his toxic parents but he managed to convice my father. Now weāve been together for 15 years and we have a son. š
#88
he actually apologized for his mistakes & changed, just peaceful, no drama, and treats me like the queen i am, since 17/18, weāre now 25/26 y/o
#89
Waited until marriage and pursued me all the way. Never pushed me or rushed. Very respectful patient and good to my family. Very slow burn which is what I never knew I needed so badly
What do you think ?
Luke Branwen 21 hours ago
If I could, I'd personally thank each of these men for being great, it's totally NOT the standard today. My one goal in life is making some girl/woman feel this way. I often feel like I have too much love in me and no one to give it to.
LakotaWolf (she/her) 17 hours ago
I wish I hadn't suffered through 24 years of abuse thinking I'd found "the one". It feels like it's a bit too late (I'm 43 now) but maybe I'll be able to find someone again. I just hope he likes dogs. And cats XD
Luke Branwen 15 hours ago
It's never too late ^^ Good luck with your healing!
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Mari 23 hours ago
The moment I saw him I thought "I want to marry this man". We didn't speak to each other, we didn't know each other. I went to work that day and after work he was waiting for me. He asked me to drink a coffee together. This was 20 years ago and we are 19 years happily married.
Luke Branwen 21 hours ago
If I could, I'd personally thank each of these men for being great, it's totally NOT the standard today. My one goal in life is making some girl/woman feel this way. I often feel like I have too much love in me and no one to give it to.
LakotaWolf (she/her) 17 hours ago
I wish I hadn't suffered through 24 years of abuse thinking I'd found "the one". It feels like it's a bit too late (I'm 43 now) but maybe I'll be able to find someone again. I just hope he likes dogs. And cats XD
Luke Branwen 15 hours ago
It's never too late ^^ Good luck with your healing!
Load More Replies... Mari 23 hours ago
The moment I saw him I thought "I want to marry this man". We didn't speak to each other, we didn't know each other. I went to work that day and after work he was waiting for me. He asked me to drink a coffee together. This was 20 years ago and we are 19 years happily married.
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