Would their exes ruin this romance?

Posted by Leticia, 17 Nov

When “Tayza010” met “Mr. Vi,” sparks flew. But how did these profile handles and the people behind them come to be on our site? Here’s LaTayza’s recollection… “I somehow came across the interracial dating page on Facebook and was wowed by the stories, so I decided to follow the page. Later, I decided to join the international dating site.

Was she an online dating newb? “Yes, this was my first experience with online interracial dating, and I’m happy to call it my last,” beams LaTayza.

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Vitali (“Mr. Vi”) was also new to this but thought that our site would give him better odds of meeting someone. “I decided to try it because, why not? Girls don’t talk to me in real life because I’m ugly,” he laughs. “So I gave it a shot!”

Going in, LaTayza worried this whole thing might be a waste of time. “To be honest, I wasn’t sure what to expect,” she tells us. “I pretty much thought I would only chat with a few people here and there, and never make it past that point. I was also a little skeptical I was going to meet someone in person, because the whole thing was so new to me.”

Vitali saw this as a complete “Hail Mary” play. “I wasn’t confident at all to find my love. I thought it was a joke!”

Given their trepidation, it is kind of funny that it took LaTayza just a month of membership to find Vitali. He had barely logged in, before that. “I was on the site maybe half a year, but I didn’t really use it before we started talking,” admits Vitali.

So how did that happen? “I ended up sending Vitali a Flirt,” LaTayza reports. “He responded ‘yes,’ he was interested. And it just went from there.”

Several things about Vitali sparked LaTayza’s interest. “He was good looking, for one. Haha! His profile didn’t say much, only that he was from Russia, kinda new to the country, and looking for a nice family-oriented girl. It was like a mystery I was ready to solve. I love the result.”

Vitali felt drawn to her right away. “I saw her pictures and was like ‘wow, she is hot!’ I fell in love just seeing her pictures.”

They didn’t want to rely entirely on lenses and screens, of course. “After Skyping every single day, I’m pretty sure both of us grew tired of just seeing each other via video — well, at least I was,” laughs LaTayza. “When we talked, he actually put effort into his conversations. Later we joked about driving and meeting each other halfway, but ended up doing it one day as a spur-of-the moment kind of thing. The night before I asked him and he said yes.”

Vitali nods emphatically. “I loved everything about her. I knew I was ready.” LaTayza remembers the excited rush that preceded their meeting. “We both got ready within hours and drove a little over five hours,” she says. Vitali jumps in there to add, “I drove to Pennsylvania from New York and she from Indiana. It was such a long drive, and I was on a motorcycle.”

Before Vitali arrived, LaTayza had to get her head right. “I was soooo nervous. I arrived before him, so I anticipated the moment and had to get my nerves together before he showed up. But I thought, ‘I can’t believe I get to hug you in person!’”

Once LaTayza’s nerves were under control, their time together was very relaxing. “We met in a small town in Pennsylvania at a park, where we had a little picnic,” she says. What surprised her the most about this experience was “How kind he was. He was everything I expected, and just how he portrayed himself on Skype. His accent was heavy because he’s from Russia, but I had gotten used to it by then. And his eyes were even more gorgeous in person!”

After the success of their first date, the duo felt certain they would do this again. “I wasn’t only sure I wanted to see him again, I knew he was someone I wanted to spend my life with,” declares LaTayza.

Vitali gazes affectionately at his partner. “I enjoyed every second with you, even though I was tired and sleepy as hell.” He tells us that he didn’t have any doubts about his desire to proceed. “I knew I wanted to be with her, and that I already loved her.”

There are almost always obstacles in a couple’s path, and this case was no exception. “He kinda had a crazy ex-girlfriend, which was quite an obstacle,” LaTayza laughs. “And of course, getting used to the distance was a challenge.”

Vitali had his own view of it. “My obstacles were her ex and thinking that some guy would try to steal her from me because I wasn’t there with her,” he says, voicing a concern that many in long-distance relationships share.

But no exes or new contenders could tear these two away from each other. The sometimes-bumpy road led them to a happy destination: engagement! “He asked me on Skype, just joking to see what I would say, but when he asked in person I knew he was serious,” LaTayza informs us.

Vitali will never forget that day. “I asked her in Washington, in front of the Lincoln Memorial,” he says. “I wanted to get married then and there and just go sign some papers, have a big wedding later, but we decided to wait.”

Now that they’re betrothed to be married and this relationship is as solid as the stone of the Washington Monument, LaTayza can reflect on how her life has changed. “It’s changed my life because I feel like I don’t have to look for love any longer and go through the horrible dating process. I’m positive that this guy is gonna be by my side forever. This is only the beginning… Thanks to you guys!”

“She changed my life because she’s the girl I’ve always been waiting for. I’m a little upset it took her so long,” laughs Vitali.

We asked LaTayza if Vitali was her type, or if she had to learn to appreciate his good qualities. She ponders that before answering. “Well I don’t really have a type, except that he’d have to be somewhat attractive in my eyes, and a guy who could make me smile and laugh. He did that so constantly my cheeks would hurt from smiling so much!”

Vitali wouldn’t change anything about LaTayza. “She is exactly what I expected,” he says. “She has a beautiful smile. She’s smart, tough, kind, and takes care of herself. She makes me smile and sings for me. I love everything about her.”

Here are a few words of encouragement for singles still looking for “The One” online. “I say, never say never,” LaTayza opines. “Anything could happen! You might meet your Romeo or Prince Charming online. Don’t knock it until you try it. Going online is one of the best things that ever happened to me. There’s someone out there waiting for you, it just takes time and patience.”

For LaTayza and Vitali, their patience was rewarded.

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  1.   Rmbd says:
    Posted: 15 May 18

    Woe

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  2.   Rmbd says:
    Posted: 14 May 18

    Good

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  3.   876TLC says:
    Posted: 10 May 18

    Well i wish you all the best hope one day my time will come still waiting patiently

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  4.   swtself says:
    Posted: 10 May 18

    So intresting,wish them all the best

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  5.   Mekishio says:
    Posted: 09 May 18

    Woow..... I really love your love story. May God be with you guys to see the fulfilment of your heart desires. I also pray that I meet mine pretty soon. Wishing you all the best and stay blessed.

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    • Jay1550 says:
      Posted: 30 Jun 18

      Ya you would meet dear don't worry. Email me, waiting for your reply. Good day.

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  6.   Kandarp_b says:
    Posted: 06 May 18

    Nice story really loveable

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  7.   Kandarp_b says:
    Posted: 06 May 18

    Nice story really loveable

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  8.   Caxtonita says:
    Posted: 03 May 18

    Wow... all the best.

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  9.   Cyrus099 says:
    Posted: 24 Apr 18

    Really amazing Nd hopefully their exes wouldn't ruin this,wish u both God's best

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  10.   Mamfethel says:
    Posted: 23 Apr 18

    Really nice and torching..wish all the best and I pray that their exes never ruin their happiness

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  11.   2014SNEh says:
    Posted: 17 Apr 18

    Wow this is really good...all d best to u guys

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  12.   A137956 says:
    Posted: 17 Apr 18

    This story is so nice and beautiful it makes me have tears in my eyes.

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  13.   Mweshp says:
    Posted: 12 Apr 18

    Amazing

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  14.   Sukaali says:
    Posted: 10 Apr 18

    Amazing story for real

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  15.   Chichibrad says:
    Posted: 07 Apr 18

    Wow..so beautiful..amazing story

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  16.   Dolly94 says:
    Posted: 18 Mar 18

    It’s just too cute

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  17.   Battleaxe33 says:
    Posted: 16 Mar 18

    Awesome, realistic and beautiful story most of my responses come from like 1000 miles away but I am appreciative nonetheless....so distance can be a small obstacle.

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  18.   FrancyG says:
    Posted: 14 Mar 18

    Amazing!!

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  19.   jaz39 says:
    Posted: 09 Mar 18

    Got to believe in magic

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  20.   catindig says:
    Posted: 07 Mar 18

    very nice story

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  21.   tinahhhh says:
    Posted: 06 Mar 18

    Lovely

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  22. Posted: 28 Feb 18

    Beautiful n lovely

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  23.   Kizdada says:
    Posted: 21 Feb 18

    Hello

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  24.   tmbshorty28 says:
    Posted: 17 Feb 18

    Wow thanks for sharing this story, with God everything is possible, so am gentle waiting patiently for my turn to find that special man

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  25.   girlly222 says:
    Posted: 13 Feb 18

    its really a nice story and it encouraged me a lot as I am waiting to find my rib

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  26.   hope-123 says:
    Posted: 09 Feb 18

    wow this is amazing story yes God can open doors where seems not to be a way

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  27.   frazaki says:
    Posted: 08 Feb 18

    I really love to meet my expectation my dream life and my lovely one am ready for what ever it takes

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  28.   Eitlyn says:
    Posted: 03 Feb 18

    Wow!! What a great story and it almost also seems hopeful for people like me, I never get past the chatting zone, I loose interest and feel like its a waste of time...lots of Blessings to the couple though....

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  29. Posted: 28 Jan 18

    No man can ruin what God has approved. Wonderful couples

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  30.   Greg81 says:
    Posted: 21 Jan 18

    Great couple hopefully i found a girl that Beautiful

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  31.   Mizz-I says:
    Posted: 14 Jan 18

    No!!!The couple is so lovely.. and I hope one day..I'll get to tell my story here as well!

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  32. Posted: 12 Jan 18

    nice one

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  33.   sezina says:
    Posted: 11 Jan 18

    Nice couple I love it

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  34.   irinbaby says:
    Posted: 30 Dec 17

    Wow very interesting and inspiring love story, I'm very happy for u both what God has joined together let no man put asunder may God bless ur marriage, I hope and pray I find my soul mate here

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  35.   Cyyborg says:
    Posted: 26 Dec 17

    It would depend on the two individuals the relationship

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  36.   Rosy1825 says:
    Posted: 23 Dec 17

    Keep it up guys

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    • Johannesbu says:
      Posted: 30 Dec 17

      Hi am looking for someone who need a true love i am very sad about lonely and it's pain when you are alone i am very sure that i will get a good and better comforter love here the one like u am in pta sunnyside

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  37.   mmamorati says:
    Posted: 22 Dec 17

    wow am so happy for u guys hope i can meet mi prince

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  38.   lomey says:
    Posted: 13 Dec 17

    How awesome

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    • Munkulis says:
      Posted: 16 Dec 17

      I am looking someone who need a true love I am very sad about lonely and its pain when you are alone. I am very sure that I will get a good and better comforter love

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  39.   GentleP37 says:
    Posted: 11 Dec 17

    Cool.. keep it solid

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  40.   Creweman123 says:
    Posted: 06 Dec 17

    No

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  41.   budesiyana says:
    Posted: 01 Dec 17

    I'm strong Boy with good health, and I really need someone to love me,.

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  42.   budesiyana says:
    Posted: 01 Dec 17

    I hope i will get wife from here,tired with single,

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  43.   Patelnilesh says:
    Posted: 07 Nov 17

    Hi

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  44.   1272012 says:
    Posted: 02 Nov 17

    Great to see you my dear

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  45.   Chlor says:
    Posted: 18 Oct 17

    Ñop is something which gives back life

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  46.   Musiclover_ says:
    Posted: 17 Oct 17

    Wow,, I'm so proud to both of you guys. I hope I can find my princess here.. My true love forever.. I'am so much sad of being alone..

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    • Furlah says:
      Posted: 19 Nov 17

      So sorry about the situation around you OK,the Lord strength your feeling

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  47.   minkieza says:
    Posted: 12 Oct 17

    Is so encouraging and I am happy for them...I have a hope that singles who are still looking are going to get their Mr and Miss right

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  48. Posted: 05 Oct 17

    It's so encouraging whenever you read some of these stories ,hopping you will get there some day.I'm patiently waiting and I know by Gods grace the man wil locate me soon ,the Bible tells me in His own time He make all things beautiful ,let's wait on God patiently and it will come to pass in Jesus name Amen

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    • wildee says:
      Posted: 11 Dec 17

      can we talk i think am interested in you dear...am from Gaborone

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    • Munkulis says:
      Posted: 16 Dec 17

      I am here for you . how I meet you to contact you very soon

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    • Munkulis says:
      Posted: 16 Dec 17

      I hope I will get whom will be together

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    • Mawu1970 says:
      Posted: 20 Mar 18

      Hi dear.am from Ghana. Am interested in you.WhatsApp me on 00233549205093

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  49.   cfcf2011 says:
    Posted: 03 Oct 17

    So impressive. All the best to La Tayza and Vitali .

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  50.   punctwo says:
    Posted: 28 Sep 17

    Great one

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