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Kelly Gardner

&

Daniel Ruff

August 30, 2026

Port Orchard, WA
147 days147 d13 hours13 h46 minutes46 min18 seconds18 s

Our Story

January 28, 2023

Though neither Daniel nor Kelly was looking for a relationship when fate intervened on a random night at Steel Creek bar in Tacoma, WA. Their paths crossed in a memorable way with the help of Kelly's cousin, Danielle. Daniel and his friend Nick were making their exit, when Kelly's cousin Danielle bumped Daniel into Kelly, igniting a moment filled with laughter and smiles that led to engaging conversations and spontaneous dancing. What started as a chance encounter quickly blossomed into something more. Just a few days later, they went on their first date, and their connection deepened with each passing adventure- whether it was enjoying golf outings, traveling adventures, or fun-filled trips to the zoo with Daniel's daughter, Kolby. Their love story began unexpectedly, proving that sometimes the best things happen when you least expect them. On Christmas Day 2024, Daniel took a heartfelt step by asking Kelly's parents, Bill and Myla, for their blessing to marry their daughter. Then on July 19, 2025, during a celebration of Kelly's birthday at her parents' home, Daniel turned a special moment into an unforgettable one. As gifts were being opened, he presented a card that Kelly would read aloud, a cherished keepsake from that day. In a beautiful surprise, Daniel dropped to one knee and asked for Kelly's hand in marriage. Overwhelmed with joy, Kelly said yes! The room erupted with happiness as their parents, Kolby, siblings, nieces, nephews, cousins, and aunts celebrated the moment, with many teary eyes. It's a memory they will treasure forever.

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