Brandon grew up just 2 miles from the Buddy Shack. His parents have been swimming in this lake since they were kids.

 

Corey grew up in a Toronto suburb.

 

It just so happened that some of Brandon’s colleagues and good friends lived in Saint Louis. Looking to get out of town, Brandon moved there, even as he continued to travel all over the country for work.

 

It just so happened that Corey applied to graduate schools all over the country and, at the last moment, was accepted into Saint Louis University.

 

One day, Brandon and Corey were using the same random dating website. And it just so happened they began chatting and decided to meet for a beer. Luckily, Brandon’s sister was able to calm his nerves enough and he actually went.

 

Life is funny that way. Along the road, we never know the new buddies we’ll find.