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Shaye & David

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David Wagstaff

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Shaye Stegall

June 7, 2025

Charlotte, NC
34 days34 d19 hours19 h55 minutes55 min53 seconds53 s

How We Met

First Comes Dancing, Then Comes Marriage

Shaye had always been a bit of a free spirit, and nothing embodied that more than her love of dancing on a night out. So when she found herself at a casual gathering with her Matron of Honor, Brooke, and a few others, the idea of hitting the dance floor was a no-brainer. Despite the initial protests from the rest of the group, Shaye's enthusiasm was infectious. And it was on that night, twirling and laughing with a stranger named David, that her heart took a turn. David, on the other hand, was a bit more reserved. While he enjoyed the company of friends, the thought of dancing in public wasn't exactly his idea of a good time. Yet, something about Shaye's infectious energy drew him in. He found himself twirling her around the room, lost in the moment. But, sadly, when the night came to an end, she left with her friends and he had not asked for her number. Their paths continued to cross only occasionally and Shaye never forgot that first night they met, but David played it cool. He'd offered a casual "hello" and polite conversation, sometimes just a cheers from across the room in Shaye's direction. For a year they remained casual friends of friends. Shaye and David's relationship was a delightful dance of mismatched perceptions. While Shaye was convinced that David was merely being polite, he had been harboring feelings for her for quite some time. After enduring months of subtle hints and nudges from their friends, David decided to take a leap of faith and ask Shaye out. However, her initial reaction was far from convinced. Assuming he was simply being a gentleman because of their friends tenacity, she tried to redirect his attention elsewhere. But David was persistent, his heart set on getting to know Shaye better. With a mix of charm and sincerity, he convinced Shaye to go out with him. Their first date was a dream, a night filled with laughter, connection, and a growing realization that they were a perfect match the whole time. As their relationship blossomed, they discovered a shared passion for Pitt mixes. Shaye already had a beloved rescue dog, Diesel, and David was smitten with the furry companion. It was a moment of serendipity that brought them even closer together. Now, years later, Shaye and David continue to cherish their Friday night date nights and laugh about how long it took them to realize their feelings. They dance, they laugh, and they simply enjoy each other's company. And as they look back on their journey, they can't help but smile at the way fate brought them together, one dance at a time.

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