Love

She Worried He’d Steal Her Business Idea — Instead, He Stole Her Heart

When Jim Dolce and Ashley Tyrner met in 2019, they talked business over tacos. It would take several more meet-ups for things to turn romantic.

 By Sarah Lyon

After Their First Phone Call, She Knew She Wanted to Marry Him

Elise Nikolaisen was seeking professional advice when she reached out to Bailey Carlin on social media. She got it, along with a relationship.

 By Jenny Block

A Sweet Start With ‘Pastéis de Nata,’ or Egg Custard Tarts from Portugal

Marc Rofsky surprised and delighted Jon Kay on their first date with two sweet treats in a crumpled bag that he had brought back from Portugal.

 By Rosalie R. Radomsky

They Noticed Each Other on a Train. Then Again, Six Days Later.

When Kana Abe and Jack Seemer got a second chance in the cafe car on St. Patrick’s Day, 2012, they recognized their good luck.

 By Jenny Block

From Quinceañera Dance Partners to Life Partners

Dianna Mateos and Edgar Angel met over 10 years ago at a quinceañera. The two have grown together ever since.

 By Frank Rojas

I Was Content With Monogamy. I Shouldn’t Have Been.

Can exploring polyamory both break you and make you?

 By Jason Bilbrey

Tiny Love Stories: ‘To Die with Perfect Abs’

Modern Love in miniature, featuring reader-submitted stories of no more than 100 words.

He Couldn’t Admit That He Was Hurt

Serving in Vietnam had turned my father into an angry man. So we went back together.

 By Carl Sciacchitano

Tiny Love Stories: ‘I Hated Myself Because of the Way I Looked’

Modern Love in miniature, featuring reader-submitted stories of no more than 100 words.

He Wanted to Date Younger Women

Which made me angry at him — and then at myself.

 By Ann Garvin

A Match Made in Church Sparks a Journey of Self-Discovery

Jonathan Stewart was dating a woman and grappling with his sexuality when he met Enrico Lagasca. Mr. Lagasca, who developed a crush on him, was surprised to learn that Mr. Stewart felt the same way.

 By Valeriya Safronova

First She Scored a Spot at Her Restaurant. Then She Won a Place in Her Heart.

The actress Maria Bello and the Michelin-starred chef Dominique Crenn said they owe their journey to the “three C’s”: cancer, Covid and, now, commitment.

 By Sadiba Hasan

After Living Much of Life at Sea, Captain Sandy Finds Love on Land

Sandy Yawn of “Below Deck Mediterranean” married Leah Shafer on — what else? — a superyacht in Florida.

 By Tammy LaGorce

A Broadway Star Gets Married on Her Day Off

Lindsay Mendez, nominated for a Tony in “Merrily We Roll Along,” married actor J. Alex Brinson in a Monday ceremony officiated by castmate Jonathan Groff. Daniel Radcliffe was their ring bearer.

 By Madison Malone Kircher

A Former ‘Bachelor’ Finds Love Off-Camera

When Natalie Joy sent Nick Viall a direct message on Instagram in 2019, she said she had no idea about his run on reality TV. About a year after meeting in person, their casual arrangement got serious.

 By Sadiba Hasan

The Wedding Singer Takes a Celebrity Turn

To delight their guests, couples are booking musical headliners to give surprise performances at their weddings.

 By Stephanie Cain

Bridesmaids, Bubbly and Botox

For some, undergoing a cosmetic procedure or two is an essential component of wedding prep.

 By Sarah Lyon

Choosing a Dream Honeymoon Over a Lavish Wedding

With the cost of weddings on the rise, some couples are skipping big celebrations and prioritizing travel instead.

 By Brianna Holt

These Boots Were Made for Walking (Down the Aisle)

Move over stilettos and slingbacks, there’s a new bridal shoe trend in town: the cowboy boot. Brides are pairing them with relaxed silhouetted dresses for an elegant western look.

 By Ivy Manners

Planning Their Proposals, Together

Some couples choose to turn away from traditional engagements and opt for joint proposals, no surprise needed.

 By Emma Grillo

They Were Once ‘Hippie vs. Soviet.’ Now They’re the Best of Friends.

“We genuinely like each other,” Alex Yaroslavsky said of his ex-wife and co-parent, Liza Cooper. They even live in the same apartment building.

 By Louise Rafkin

After Their Divorce, She Was ‘Best Man’ at His Second Wedding

“We were best friends before and we are better friends now,” said Mike Mitchell, a sheriff’s deputy in Indiana, of his ex-wife Marissa Mitchell.

 By Louise Rafkin

After the Divorce, a Different Kind of Family

This couple survived tragedies during their relationship, but they couldn’t overcome tight finances and a drinking problem. Today, their love “is like that of brother and sister.”

 By Louise Rafkin

To Fix a Broken Marriage, an Experiment With Polyamory

After 10 years together, a Bay Area couple opened their relationship. But contrasting sexual needs led to a permanent split.

 By Louise Rafkin

After a Painful Split, a Functioning Family

Rebecca and Drew Kuntz say they have had a healthier relationship since their five-year marriage ended.

 By Louise Rafkin

How to Meditate When You Can’t Sit Still

Closing your eyes and focusing on breathing can be hard for those who are easily distracted. But it is possible.

 By A.C. Shilton

Feeling Dismissed? How to Spot ‘Medical Gaslighting’ and What to Do About It.

Experts share tips on advocating for yourself in a health care setting.

 By Christina Caron

Can’t Talk, I’m Busy Being Hot

A social media movement inspired by the rapper Megan Thee Stallion strikes back at the gatekeepers of beauty.

 By Danya Issawi

You Can’t Outrun Athletic Greens

In the oversaturated world of wellness, the company has forced itself to the front with prolific podcast ads and a network of influencers.

 By Becky Hughes

The Worst Foods and Drinks for Your Teeth

When assessing how likely a given meal, snack or drink is to harm your dental health, there are two main things to consider, experts say.

 By Hannah Seo