When Ellie started taking photos of her children at their local rugby club in Perth, her talent was quickly noticed. “I was approached by the club to take official pictures featuring some of the senior players,” she recalls. Although photography was a new hobby for her, she was happy to help out. This was especially important for Ellie, as she had recently gone through a separation from her husband, and was focused on her interests, her career as a nurse, and her two children, who were six and seven years old at the time.
In March 2022, Bryan, one of the senior players, approached Ellie at the rugby club and asked her to take a picture of him and his dad. They exchanged Facebook details so she could send him the snap. Ellie thought nothing of it when she added a message with kisses, as it was something she always did. Little did she know, Bryan took notice. He began to pay more attention to Ellie at the club, thinking she seemed pretty cool and always happy.
That August, Bryan had a fancy-dress 21st birthday party, and Ellie was invited to take pictures. Ellie attended the party dressed as Queenie Goldstein from “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them,” while Bryan went as Elton John. Later that night, they stepped outside for a chat and discussed ethics and values in rugby. Despite the age gap, they found they had many similar life experiences, such as both having undergone gastric bypass surgery. Ellie had recently undergone surgery to remove excess skin and was feeling a bit down. At the end of the night, Bryan kissed her on the side of her mouth and later sent her a text message expressing how much he enjoyed their conversation. They agreed to go for dinner, but fate brought them together earlier than expected when they crossed paths at a party at the rugby club. Ellie had to leave early to take her mum to the airport and, jokingly, told Bryan to come to her place instead of going home.
When Bryan arrived, they had a deep conversation about Ellie’s priorities and her children always coming first. Bryan completely understood and there was no pressure on Ellie. This honesty from the beginning made Bryan realize how strong his feelings were for Ellie. He wanted to give their relationship a chance. That night, they shared a kiss, and since then, they have been inseparable. Their lives fit together like two puzzle pieces.
Not only do they share a sense of humor, but they also bonded over their struggles with weight loss. Bryan recalls how he used to avoid mirrors and cameras, but his life has changed since then. It’s not just about the surgery, but also about a change in mindset. At the end of 2022, they decided to move in together. Ellie has been a source of encouragement for Bryan to pursue a career he loves. He is now a quality assurance manager for a cheese company, a leap he wouldn’t have taken without her support. In the past, he worked as a forklift driver in a warehouse and felt unfulfilled.
Both Ellie and Bryan feel incredibly lucky to have found each other. Ellie gained confidence and clarity about what she wants in life when she met Bryan. He is also incredibly generous with her children, showing them love and spending quality time with them. He leaves Ellie a note every day to express his love for her. They come from different backgrounds, but they can always have open conversations about anything. Ellie’s education and world travels contrast with Bryan’s upbringing in a household where money was scarce. Yet, he appreciates how Ellie makes sacrifices to ensure the children have everything they need, similar to what his own mother did when he was young. He also values the appreciation Ellie shows him.
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