chapter 03
the two of us
What did you first think of each other?
emmanuelA beautiful, innocent lady with a flirty-girl vibe.
ruthHandsome, reserved and a little too serious. I didn't know I was looking at my future husband.
Who said “I love you” first?
emmanuelI said it first, and thankfully she didn't run away.
ruthHe said it first, but I had already fallen. I just wasn't confessing.
Where was your first proper date?
emmanuelBaffy's Eatery. Came for the food, stayed for her.
ruthBaffy's Eatery, where the food was good and the love story got serious.
Who's the better cook?
emmanuelMe, I no wan talk anything oo. My judges be Nii Adjetey and Ohene. Dem go judge the matter.
ruthMe. He doesn't agree, because he sees himself as a celebrity chef, but he still licks his plate when I cook.
Who's always running late?
emmanuelRev. Nii Armah Ashittey, I have turned a new leaf.
ruthHe's mostly late to events. Sometimes even to church.
Your favourite thing about each other?
emmanuelHer gentleness with me, even though I'm somehow complicated.
ruthHis heart, his patience, and how loved and safe he makes me feel.
The song you'll dance to all night?
emmanuelSinging Band tunes, and Davido's “Baddest”.
ruthAny genre, I can vibe with it all. A little of Dada Sam's tunes, and “Shi y3 mihe” is my favourite.
Dream honeymoon destination?
emmanuelUganda: Lemala Wildwaters Lodge.
ruthParis, or the Maldives.
Best advice anyone gave you about marriage?
emmanuel“Say what's on your mind, and say it early.” Rev. Stanley Toddison
ruthChoose each other every day, communicate, be patient, and never stop praying together.
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