He Insisted on Paying for Our First Date—Then Sent Me an Itemized Text That Changed Everything

When I look back now, I often think about that first date—the roses, the perfect dinner, and especially the unexpected message the next morning. What could have been misunderstood became the beginning of something genuinely meaningful. It reminded me that real connections don’t always come from perfect moments, but from the authenticity that follows them. Today, we still laugh about that itemized text, and he insists it was his best idea. And honestly, I’m glad he sent it—because “worth it” has become the story of us.