Connecting with the Mountain Man (Mail Order Bride)

Chapter 1

From: SugarDust To: RuggedRoots Subject: Okay, but WHY though?

Hey RuggedRoots,

Glad I finally made a match.

Alright, I gotta know. What made a guy like you sign up for Mountain Mates? I mean... I’m over here imagining some burly mountain man chopping wood with his bare hands and scaring off bears with a glare. Seems like you wouldn’t need much help in the romance department.

Meanwhile, I had to talk myself out of deleting my profile three times. But here I am. Clearly, curiosity won.

So, what’s your story? Mid-life crisis? Lost a bet? Sudden craving for home-cooked meals? No judgment. Just trying to figure you out.

I promise I’m not a catfish. But if I was, I’d definitely pretend to bake way better than I actually do.

BTW I’m glad we are getting to know each other before we send pics.

Looking forward to your reply, SugarDust

From: RuggedRoots To: SugarDust Subject: Re: Okay, but WHY though?

Hey, SugarDust.

First off, you got the bear part right. One wandered too close last week, and I swear it looked at me like I owed it money.

Second… I wish I had some wild story to impress you, but the truth is, I’m just tired of eating dinner alone and talking to my truck like it’s a person. Don’t judge me—my truck has great conversation skills.

I’m not great at this whole online thing, but your message made me laugh, so I’ll take that as a good sign. Maybe I signed up because I was hoping to meet someone who doesn’t take life too seriously. Someone who won’t run for the hills when I forget to shave or track mud inside.

So yeah, maybe it’s not all that exciting, but here I am. And I’m glad you didn’t delete your profile because you seem... fun.

I’m not saying I expect you to bake, but if you do, I won’t say no to cookies. Just putting it out there.

—RuggedRoots

PS Since we’re not sending photos yet, send me a pic of something you are most proud of?