This archive report was first published on 23 July 2021.
Published on July 23, 2021, a Modern Love essay by Sheila Ongwae shared her story of a 12-year-long casual encounter with Albert.
Initially, Ongwae was not deterred by Albert's reputation for being noncommittal, and instead found him perfect for a summer fling, her first.
Twelve years later, despite numerous relationship woes, they had managed to maintain their intermittent arrangement, with the idea of something more finally taking hold.
As Ongwae's story shows, even the most casual of encounters can sometimes blossom into something more profound.
