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March 1, 2020
Safety Harbor, FL
#LathanAtLast

Elaine & Keegan

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Keegan

Lathan

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Elaine

Billiris

#LathanAtLast

March 1, 2020

Safety Harbor, FL

How We Met

Ugly Sweater Party Told By Elaine

Keegan and I met about four years ago at an ugly sweater party. We grew up in the same area and went to the same high school, but this was the first time we actually met. Coincidentally, the friend’s house the party was at was the same friend who a week early pointed to Keegan’s house and said, “I think you would really click with Keegan Lathan.” But back to the party, I was just about to leave when I saw him come in wearing a not-so-ugly, definitely not holiday, navy sweater that had “Oxford” printed on. I made sure to let him know he was not wearing an ugly sweater, but we got to talking anyway about traveling and school. I left the party with a very good impression of this handsome guy and the following day, I got a text from Keegan asking me out on a date for ice cream and a walk on the beach. We have been together ever since!

How Did He Pop The Question?

Engagement Story told by Keegan

I am terrible at keeping secrets---especially from her---so this was definitely a challenge. I spent weeks contemplating how to do it. I wanted the proposal to be sweet, simple, and meaningful. I finally came to the conclusion that I wanted to propose while we were celebrating Elaine's birthday, and that I wanted to incorporate Elaine's puppy, Maisy. With the help of Elaine's sisters, I put a note on Maisy that said, "Mom, Keegan has a question for you." From there, I got down on one knee and told her how I felt. The specifics of what I said are blurry since the adrenaline was flowing, but all that matters is that she said "Yes." After that, we met up with Elaine's friends at a restaurant in downtown St. Pete, who were just expecting this to be a birthday celebration. To their surprise, the night doubled as an engagement celebration. I will never forget that night.

The Groom

Keegan as Described by Elaine

Keegan is the definition of my dream guy. He is intelligent, strong, sensitive, generous, handsome and family oriented! He is the most wonderful man and does not cease to amaze me! Anyone who knows Keegan knows that he has never accepted average. He picks up new hobbies often and works so hard to master that skill. He is so talented! And that goes for knowledge, too. He is constantly reading up on new things, trying to become more educated and cultured. Most importantly, Keegan’s heart is anything but average. He is the most thoughtful, giving and caring individual. He is so protective of anyone close to him and will do anything for them. He does not let me lift a finger and spoils me! I love him dearly because he accepts me for who I am and I am a better person when I am with him. I’m so grateful for this wonderful man!

The Bride

Elaine as Explained by Keegan

Elaine is an elegant, gorgeous, kind, and intelligent woman who treats everyone with love and respect, and holds everyone to a high standard of excellence. She will be an incredible wife and an even better mother to our future children. I am honored to be with her. What I love most about Elaine is her unique ability to have people open up to her emotionally, even complete strangers. I believe it is because people can sense her inner beauty. Oftentimes, this leads to her meeting some interesting characters and hearing some strange life stories. But no matter what is said, Elaine is always there to give them a warm smile and a feeling of comfort.

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