Thank you for your wonderful comment!

I often disregard canon or pick an imaginary point in the timeline. This time I wanted the events to begin right after "Buffy vs. Dracula," so I tried to stay in line with what was happening in canon. I'm thrilled that you think it worked.

I'm sorry for leaving off with just the first kiss. This way, you get to imagine the rest of the relationship, though, right? :o)