Paparazzi are all over the airport trying to capture photos of Olympic athletes as they board their flights. Scott and I seem the most sought after, so he makes sure he never leaves my side. His protection of me is charming, but I grant interviews regardless of his valiant efforts at fending off the reporters. Scott is dressed handsomely in a black suit and tie. I chose comfort over style and wear the new Nigerian Olympic Team outfits given to us when we qualified.

We check our luggage and board our plane. The brunette stewardess directs Scott and me to our seats. He hoists my carry-on bag overhead before letting...