He couldn't believe she was real

Posted by Leticia, 08 Jun

Deep down, Steven knew the only place to find his true love was on a niche site like ours.  “Other services just hadn’t worked for me,” Steven says.  Meanwhile, Imelda was also looking for someone special to share her life with.  A friend had success on our site and recommended it to her, so Imelda took the plunge.

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In this case, it was the woman who reached out to the man.  Something about Steven’s eyes told Imelda that he was the man for her.  “It took me over a week to respond to her!”  Steven recalls, incredulously.  “I was reluctant at first to believe that she was who she said she was.  Her photos were so adorable, genuine and beautiful.  But shy: vulnerable, even.”

Dreading disappointment but not wanting to miss a potentially once-in-a-lifetime shot at love, Steven called Imelda.  He remembers that call making quite an impression on him.  “I was hooked completely, head over heels in love at first chat!”

Before meeting in person, they spoke on the phone many more times and emailed constantly.  The couple met for pancakes as a first date.  Seeing Steven waiting for her with a huge bunch of flowers, it took Imelda several minutes to work up the courage to approach him.  “I was overwhelmed,” Steven said of his thoughts upon seeing Imelda in person for the first time.  “When I saw her with her hair all done, dressed so fine, the most beautiful smile…I was speechless.  I just felt like she was out of my league.”

Their meal turned into a walk, a picnic in the park, and a visit to a bar.  “We just sat together, falling in love so quickly and deeply,” Imelda says.  This great date only set the table for many more.

Over time, Steven was delighted to discover the Imelda behind her shy reserve.  The Imelda that loves to giggle, to dance, and to take good care of her man.  “I love her joie de vivre, her attitude about life,” Steven says.  “I still pinch myself to this day to check to see if I’m dreaming or not!”

Imelda agrees that their connection runs deep.  “The openness I have with him is something I’ve never experienced before,” she says.  “There’s nothing hidden, no secrets, we’re just true to each other.”

Today, the couple are engaged to be married and happily planning their future together.  They consider themselves best friends first, lovers second.  “We’ll be supporting each other every step of the way, through good times and bad,” promises Steven.

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  1.   Nhie says:
    Posted: 02 Sep 15

    I wish someday i meet my soulmate...

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  2.   lycious1 says:
    Posted: 30 Jul 15

    My God send me a man,and make my dreams a reality

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  3.   Webb1156 says:
    Posted: 30 Jul 15

    Looking for my soul mate and my best friend

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  4.   erberry says:
    Posted: 24 Jul 15

    A love so beautiful

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  5.   raci says:
    Posted: 08 Oct 14

    What can I say, owesome story there

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  6.   roostergod says:
    Posted: 04 May 14

    I wish them the very best. When u find that one perfect woman u know it in ur heart, Tho I do wish I could find mine. But best of luck to u guys, Keep up the love

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  7.   matul says:
    Posted: 01 Apr 14

    They're so fantastic

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  8. Posted: 07 Feb 14

    Very nice

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  9. Posted: 01 Jan 14

    Nice story but why is his hand on her breast. That's really so tasteless!!!! Not impressive. Hopefully, they're getting married for the right reasons.

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    • NYGriego74 says:
      Posted: 30 Mar 14

      Wrong story, I think lol... He's clearly holding her close on her arms

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  10.   yoson says:
    Posted: 31 Dec 13

    Yeah, its nice to read from you guyz;;;; i wish you da best in all.

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  11. Posted: 27 Nov 13

    Am so happy for you both..........Despite the fact that am new in this site,i pray i find my true partner here before my next birthday.Amen!!!

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  12.   petre82 says:
    Posted: 16 Sep 13

    like all the stories too good to be true....wish them luck

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  13.   dark.angel says:
    Posted: 20 Jun 13

    Stunning story loved it :)

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  14.   Raymou says:
    Posted: 08 Nov 12

    Ooooooooooh thats wonderful and so encouraging

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  15. Posted: 22 Sep 12

    waaaaaaaaooooh lovely story .. congrat. aaah my God when would be my day?just to have some one in my heart .yeah is true love has no distance no color .just say hi to my

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    • wayla says:
      Posted: 20 Jun 14

      dnt wry ur day wl cme ey.....evrythng has its tym lovie jst be patient

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  16.   Ambreal says:
    Posted: 06 Sep 12

    Wow wow wat a nyc couple u2 r so blessed waitn upon da lord4 my God's timing!God c me through n give me 1 like dz 2 r in luv!Kudos2 Imelda n Stvv!

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  17.   lynnee says:
    Posted: 24 Jul 12

    good lucky to them i wish it is me guys

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  18.   jatamuntu says:
    Posted: 07 Mar 12

    Hey fellas, common now this is a success story we should all delighting in! The fact that Steve has his hand on his lady's boob should'nt be reason to suspect he is a one timer. Maybe most of you ladies & gentlemen missed the point: these two are ENGAGED...l don' t know what else can make you believe that Steve is a serious dude. We all need love on this site and turning into bitter mini- haters is good. Wish them two lover birds luck.

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  19.   TasteyKoko says:
    Posted: 20 Dec 11

    I see that Steven likes to cop himself a feel on the boobies lmao

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  20.   Laura71 says:
    Posted: 09 Nov 11

    you look really hot together. I wish you guys the best.

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  21. Posted: 02 Nov 11

    How sweet! It's nice to know that chivary is not dead. Stories like this one helps me keep hope alive! Congrats guys!!!! May your marriage be long and fruitful!

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  22.   Augustabj says:
    Posted: 20 Oct 11

    You are a cute couple. I wish you a long and happy marriage.

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  23.   Dazzleyou says:
    Posted: 16 Oct 11

    Steve and Imelda are nice people, saying this as i know Ste personally he was so happy with his find that he wants all his friends to find love too (he introduced me to the site). He loves her so much that he cant function without her, there is nothing tacky about them, i am sure he posted that 'booby grab' pic to show her he loves that feature about her, when did that become a crime, people why not read his sucess story and be happy for them and hope to find love as strong or even stronger than theirs, instead of posting negative comments on their story... no one is on here for a thesis research i believe...people are on here to find love, be happy for someone who has found his and maybe, just maybe yours is around the corner....to the lady who said they both look 'special', that innuendo is not lost on people and its not a nice thing to say about people, they look special but they found love together and you are reading their sucess story while still on the dating site, should that tell you something about yourself? com' n Anywayi am happy for my friend and his betrothed(now wife)

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    • Livana says:
      Posted: 24 Sep 17

      Ur right thanks for that....., positivity please is the best thing to do we a all looking for love

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  24.   e-dub says:
    Posted: 20 Sep 11

    Good Luck and God Bless

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  25.   maymiedoll says:
    Posted: 27 Aug 11

    Excuse me. Did I miss something here? MEN are looking for what MEN look for and a lot of WOMEN are looking for a quick roll. THAT is why if you are an honest and decent woman looking for love you really don't want to jump in the sack without knowing the guy. There are a LOT of "P," problems out there and men, in general, do not like to wear raincoats. Online, they get what I call, "Kid in a Candy Store Syndrome." A little boy (or girl) is set in a candy store--BIG PERSON up above dropping all sorts of beautifully-wrapped, sweet candies in. There is one key to get out of the store and it is hidden in the very best piece of candy, which the kid holds in one hand but he never gets the chance to really taste it because That BIG PERSON up top keeps dropping more and more tempting piieces of candy in there until...You guessed it. The kid loses track, loses his grip and accidentally loses the only piece of candy that held the key. The kid is left in a sea of unwanted candies to try and wondering how in the heck he lost that ONE special beautiful candy that held the key. It isn't the fault of which website or races or what men want or what women want. The problem lies with indecision. People come here confused and unstable and that is how they remain unless they address their own, personal issues first. In order for somebody to love you and want to make a life with you, you need to be stable--constant and true to your path. It doesn't mean dating one person exclusively at a time but what it DOES mean is knowing when you have found that ONE and not letting go. This is a basis for more and more success stories.

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  26.   maymiedoll says:
    Posted: 27 Aug 11

    P.S. One last thing, please. Because I date outside my race I receive MORE lashings, more abuse from females (limited to only one race) who claim there are not enough men in their race who want to date them--that white women are taking them all--MORE THREATS to be beaten up--than any silent, kind, caring and sweet; compassionate, intelligent and caring woman I know. This attitude really needs to change. If people are going to date outside their race--one thing is true; it really should be for a, "right," reason and not for the sheer pleasure of just being that one piece of fruit that rots the entire barrel or that one person who upsets the harmony of the whole basket of, "good."

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  27.   fith says:
    Posted: 25 Aug 11

    Get over it...white men are here to fulfill their haunting fantasy..big ass and boobs. Some honest guys have told me that! similary, black guys are here to patch up their insecurity..looking for pale skin...and possibly a bitch that can tirelessly give them a "head". I would say this is not a "normal" world. But i think their are people like me who have all the right reasons to be here..lol.

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    • spilot says:
      Posted: 26 Aug 11

      I think on this site it goes without saying that everyone here is looking to fulfill a fantasy. I am, you are, he is, she is. Maybe most white men on here are only seeking a black woman for a quick hookup and quick departure, it's something we all have to accept about men in general; but I'm a real woman looking for love and whether it's true or not , I'm just sick of hearing that i'm worthless to ALL white men outside of an instance of casual sex. It's brutal, disheartening and ultimately unnecessary because I can find out for myself what a man's real intentions are. Besides, if it were true then we wouldn't be commenting on a thread about the success story about a black woman and white man who has found real love together.

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  28.   Michores says:
    Posted: 07 Aug 11

    Iam so happy for all this people whove found love,question is when am i gonna find my love iam almost giving up.when!

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  29.   NeeNee45 says:
    Posted: 07 Aug 11

    Well i wish them all the best so he grab her boob he is proud of what he have lololololol i wish them all the best do not worry what no one says stay focus never go to bed angry at each and ALWAYS TELL EACH OTHER U BOTH LOVE EACH OTHER ....i wish one day i can find true happeness like u guys the only guys i have been coming incontact with is those men that want nude pictures of u and then if not they send u some nude pictures ''wow'' i am looking for love but not like that i am to conserative it is about respect for each other one man was talking applying fruit all over me and eating it off me i change my cell phone the next day lolololololol but that was scary.....GOOD LUCK god speed....holla.

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  30.   dutchcuban says:
    Posted: 05 Aug 11

    Beautiful story. I am very happy for them both. I love happy endings! I still believe thera are good men out there! I do getting flowers, txt messages and phones calls. At least i know I am on his mind! And Cella what you experience that was a scammers! Take care!

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  31. Posted: 02 Aug 11

    Why on earth does anyone care about him grabbibg her boob?? They're ENGAGED!!! Isn't that the point?? They are in love and getting married!! Gosh are people so jaded now that they have to pick @ every little thing?? Just say congratulations and move on already!!

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  32.   Noah says:
    Posted: 28 Jul 11

    Here we have the most beautiful couple! I look at the pics and I just feel the love.

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  33. Posted: 28 Jul 11

    Some will love it, some will hate it, some will be jealous of this sweet love. To me, this is something beautiful. I love to hear that a genuine love is born and a sweet romance is occuring anywhere in the world.

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    • MsLuv35 says:
      Posted: 12 Aug 11

      I totally agree with you it will always be someone that do not agree with a story that is what makes us different so for me it was a sweet story with a happy ending i do not see the negative only the positive. What god has planned for you is for you and i wish them both the best.

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    • Chocokitty20 says:
      Posted: 25 Aug 15

      Well said Sunshine

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  34.   Queen48 says:
    Posted: 10 Jul 11

    I just love a happy ending,i want that to happen to me someday.

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  35.   Made2SpoilU says:
    Posted: 30 Jun 11

    What an awesome story. I wish them the best. What a cute couple.

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  36.   eboniwifey says:
    Posted: 29 Jun 11

    OMG!!!!!! I FEEL LIKE I'M NEXT!!!!!!!!!!

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  37.   shotgun007 says:
    Posted: 25 Jun 11

    I think some of you are focusing on the wrong thing here. Read the story, if you like it, great, if it pains you so much to see this man's hand on her breast, then by all means move on to another story. But lets not beat a dead horse here. For crying out loud, its just a photo, obviously they were fine with the picture being posted. I wish them well. Shotgun

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  38.   Frickels says:
    Posted: 23 Jun 11

    Maybe this works for the couple...'grabbing the boob'. Just because the couple took a photo like that and shared with us all doesn't necessarily mean its a scam or they have a negative relationship. She isn't complaining, and I'm sure he isn't either. If we are all looking for that special someone in our lives and we find them, are we going to shoot it the person down over something like this...'Boob grabbing'. The couple seems to be happy, and having a lot of fun. So lets be happy for them and celebrate their love.

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  39.   Aphra1079 says:
    Posted: 22 Jun 11

    They both look "special" smh

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  40.   surflove001 says:
    Posted: 16 Jun 11

    wow that was a really great connection what is yours God provides at the right time i am praying n waiting to find my true love i pray that God give them a blessed,happy loving marriage .this gives me more courage to wait n keep on searching with an open heart.it was nice of Steve to listen n hid to the inner voice that talked to him.as he did see love knocking facing waiting for him n he took the chance some of us let this pass by n its hard to come along it again.i will persist n hope to find love in a very romantic way .

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  41.   hoover11 says:
    Posted: 13 Jun 11

    I believe it is the right of every human being to find partners that they can love and confide in. If you cant find a partner in your country,Try and seek love beyond borders. Just to wish the tow love birds a great companion.

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  42.   Kuti says:
    Posted: 13 Jun 11

    Great combination ''Imelda & Steven. we should not be too critical whats wrong with steven's hand on Imelda's boob? after all Imelda is his woman now. May God grant them their wishes. Lon Live I & S.

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    • Sorcerer69 says:
      Posted: 12 Jul 11

      I agree. I don't see the problem with the lovebirds being affectionate. . I wish them luck. I hope they were real and not actors.

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  43.   scientist2b says:
    Posted: 12 Jun 11

    I am so happy for Steven and Imelda... congratualtions and I hope that you both have many years of happiness!

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  44.   Smilie28 says:
    Posted: 12 Jun 11

    Beautiful love story. It gives me hope. Good luck to you both and congratulations. Cheers!

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    • xanthone says:
      Posted: 19 Jun 11

      I agree with you the story is beautiful, it has served its purpose and hope it has also given to me. Smilie28; you are beautiful and should not have a problem writing your success story shortly, that is a compliment from me to you. Good luck!!!!

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  45.   eve3000 says:
    Posted: 12 Jun 11

    Good luck to the couple above.

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  46. Posted: 12 Jun 11

    I love the romantic story that quickly gets ruined by the photo of the guy holding the woman by the boob....Come on seriously? Sorry but someones gotta point out these things. Grats for these two but the boob grab pic in THIS success story was just a little too ridiculous.

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    • sweetee72 says:
      Posted: 12 Jun 11

      I was confused by the boob grab too! I was like was that an accident? Anyway, I'm finding guys that want nude pics and want to send me nude pics. Is this what people do now? I hear about it on the news all the time. Pehaps I'm just too conservative.

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      • Leon888 says:
        Posted: 13 Jul 11

        He just likes his girls breast.Whats the big deal you need to lighten up JESUS!!!!!!

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      • Galvsailor says:
        Posted: 20 Jul 13

        Fellas: Don't grab your girls breasts or other private places in public....PERIOD.... Except for MAYBE an occasional light smack or squeeze on the butt where NOBODY else can see.... And DEFINATELY don't post pics of you feeling up your girl in PUBLIC....bad form and points off for style..... GUY CODE!!!! Sailor in Galveston

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    • immeuru says:
      Posted: 12 Jun 11

      I'm with the you - the grabbing the boob photo was TACKY. What's the point - proud boy?

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    • GreatScott says:
      Posted: 12 Jun 11

      Yeah, I noticed the hand on the boob too and was quite surprised. There was another story on here too a while back where in one of the pics of the couple together, the guy was wearing a T-shirt which said "this is what the worlds greatest twat bandit looks like" I couldn't believe it and I thought it was seriously disrespectful of him, particularly given that these pics were to be used in their 'success story'. Anyway, at least these guys have found each other. I have had success too so I know how it feels. Good luck to them in the future.

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    • Darlinu says:
      Posted: 17 Jun 11

      Thanks for saying that, I thought it too.

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    • damnsexy35 says:
      Posted: 18 Jun 11

      yea i noticed that too, great story though.

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    • meuban says:
      Posted: 18 Jun 11

      Vamtheanomaly you made me laugh with your post, thanks. I never noticed the placement of his hand until you pointed it out. Obviuosly she didn't mind because she left it there and allowed the pic to be posted. We all love in our own way. Anyway i still think it's a sweet story. After all who knows where her hands were. LOL

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    • morninglove says:
      Posted: 22 Jun 11

      I agree. I didnt even notice that. good eye

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    • Luv2travel says:
      Posted: 03 Jul 11

      The boob grab is so disrespectful..come on sista have more respect for yourself...what are gonna say to your mother/father when they see this picture. I hate to be a "Debbie Downer" when everyone else is so happy for them, but I don't think it's gonna last..real talk!

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  47.   tidbit01 says:
    Posted: 12 Jun 11

    Beautiful story...

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    • checkitou says:
      Posted: 22 Jun 11

      I too was a little taken back by the boob grabbing pic. Sounds like he fell in love with the big mangoes.

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  48.   lealust says:
    Posted: 12 Jun 11

    aww wow what a beautiful story ..good luck to both of u guys ..each time i read a sucess story ..i cnt help but pray for my own luck and be kind of envious ...

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  49.   Enode says:
    Posted: 12 Jun 11

    In life u will get what God planned for u

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  50.   Enode says:
    Posted: 12 Jun 11

    Hi i belive u get the wrongs am sorry though

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