Story Time: How I Met Orion — A Polyamorous Love Story
TikTok video from 2022-05-29
Hey babe. Let’s kick off a little story series I’ve been wanting to share—introductions to the men in my life. I figured I’d start with the one I’ve been with the longest: Orion.
Orion and I met on an app called #Open. It’s one of a few platforms built for people practicing ethical non-monogamy, and it’s where our story began. We matched, started texting, and hit it off almost immediately. He lives in the upper Midwest, travels frequently for work, and was already 10 years deep into polyamory when we connected. That experience made all the difference—no need to explain or defend the way I live and love.
We had our first date while he was visiting Florida. The chemistry was undeniable, but what really sealed the connection was our shared background in personal development. We spoke the same self-aware language, the kind that lets you skip past small talk and get right into the soul of things. On our very first night together, I read him the story The Little Soul and the Sun—a parable about purpose, forgiveness, and unconditional love. When I finished reading, he looked at me and said, "You're like Venus."
That moment stuck with me.
Funny enough, my husband at the time was head over heels for his girlfriend—frequently marveling at how goddess-like she was. Hearing Orion call me Venus? It felt like the universe gently reminding me that I, too, am worthy of adoration. And it wasn’t about comparison—it was about feeling seen in a moment when I didn’t realize how much I needed to be.
Things unfolded organically from there. The following week, by chance, we got to see each other again. And later that summer, I traveled to visit him and his wife, Amy, after attending my college reunion. I was originally scheduled to stay three days—but they asked me to stay for a week. And I did.
Amy welcomed me with kindness. She’s warm, grounded, and incredibly talented. She and my husband, Everett, have since become good friends and even play music together when we’re all in town. That kind of connection—spanning multiple relationships and friendships—is what makes polyamory feel like an ecosystem of care rather than a linear setup.
Now, Orion and Amy snowbird in Florida during the winter months. When they’re here, we make time to connect more regularly, and the bond deepens with every visit. It’s not a relationship defined by constant access—it’s defined by depth, honesty, and emotional safety. He makes me feel cherished. Still does.
Orion may not be my nesting partner, but he’s absolutely one of my foundational people. The longevity of our connection isn’t about milestones or titles—it’s about feeling deeply known and deeply valued.
And yes, he still calls me Venus.
Stay tuned. I’ll be sharing more about the other incredible men (and women!) in my life soon. This is just the beginning of story time.
