Leo I would be a liar if I said I wasn’t nervous about spending time with Maria and her grandparents. I love Maria so much and I badly wanted to meet the people that raised her due to the unfortunate events of losing her parents while she was very little. Maria’s grandparents are so wonderful and welcoming. She has always talked about her grandparents with such reverence and affection that I was eager to finally meet them. From the moment we arrived at their home, I could see why they held such a special place in her heart. Their kindness and loving nature is palpable, and I felt immediately at ease since I was in their presence. Since I got here, they have asked me about my life and shown a genuine interest in my passions and interests. They regaled Both Maria and I with stories of th

