Matt James and Rachael Kirkconnell’s relationship is progressing quickly, and The Bachelor couple has taken a big step forward now that they’ve been spending time with Matt’s mom. After their initial breakup, Matt gave Rachael a second chance. Since then, the two have been getting very close. It’s clear Matt and Rachael have turned a corner in their relationship. Now that Rachael has Matt’s mom’s approval, things are getting serious.
After Matt and Rachael broke up at the end of his season, it seemed a long shot that the couple would ever reconcile. But it wasn’t long before the two started spending time together again. For months, Matt and Rachael have been spotted out and about, both online and in-person, and they seem to be in a good place. It wasn’t easy for them to get to where they are today, and Rachael reportedly had to give Matt an ultimatum before he would commit. However, now the two are closer than ever, and recently spent time with Matt’s mom, Patty.
Matt also invited Rachael on a double date in the Hamptons with his friend, Tyler Cameron, but hanging out with Patty signifies an even more serious relationship. Matt, Rachael, and Patty all attended the latest Carolina Hurricanes hockey game, and the three were all smiles. Patty shared a sweet candid shot of Matt and Rachael, followed by a selfie of the three of them captioned, “Can’t get a decent pic with these two…”
There are many indications that Matt and Rachael are getting serious about their relationship. The couple has been spending a lot of time together. Now that Matt is including Rachael when hanging out with friends and family, it means he’s making space for her in his life. Matt and Rachael are even discussing moving in together, and it appears they are committed to making things work between them after the rocky start they had to their relationship.
Matt and Rachael already went Instagram official. But now that Rachael has popped up on Patty’s social media as well, it’s a sign that things are progressing for The Bachelor couple. Given the controversy surrounding their breakup, many fans were doubtful that Matt and Rachael would ever get back together. So, seeing the couple become so dedicated to maintaining their relationship is a surprise. If Matt and Rachael continue at this speed, the couple might end up engaged some day after all.
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