Falling For Madison -

Afterward, we walked back in the rain. Neither of us had an umbrella. She was shivering, and without thinking, I put my arm around her. She fit against my side like she’d been made to be there.

Some of the city's most popular restaurants include , which serves up tasty pub fare and craft beers, and Ian's Pizza , a Madison institution that's been serving up delicious pies for over 20 years. The Old Fashioned , a cozy restaurant located in the heart of downtown, is another must-visit spot, with its extensive selection of Wisconsin craft beers and classic American cuisine. Falling for Madison

As we spent more time together, I found myself falling deeper and deeper in love with Madison, and with Alex. The city, with its vibrant culture and stunning natural beauty, had captured my heart. And Alex, with his kind spirit and infectious enthusiasm, had captured mine. Afterward, we walked back in the rain

The terrace at the Memorial Union. This is arguably the most romantic public space in the Midwest. You buy a beer (a Spotted Cow, naturally) in a plastic cup. You sit in a famous "sunburst" chair. The sun sets over Lake Mendota at 8:30 PM, painting the sky in shades of tangerine and violet. A student band plays a jazz cover. You lean your head back. You are falling. She fit against my side like she’d been made to be there