One early February evening in 2016, Kelly was waitressing at Duffy's. As she busily refilled drinks at the bar counter. She looked over and saw Shawn at the end of the bar waiting for his food to arrive. As she began to refill cups on her tray, she started chatting with Shawn and a fellow waitress about everyone's weekend plans. Now keep in mind, Kelly and Shawn knew each other but didn't really know each other if that makes sense. Four years prior, they actually bowled on the same team. Can you imagine that? Even though they were on the same team, they never really conversed more than a "Darn, another gutter ball." or "Yay! A strike!" and never saw or talked to each other again until that night at Duffy's. Anyway, Shawn began saying he was heading for the airport early the next day for a 2-week vacation in Mexico. Kelly thought it sounded like a dream getaway. The drinks were ready and Kelly had to return to her tables but before walking away, she told Shawn to have a great time and she'd be watching Facebook for updates. Three weeks later Kelly commented on Shawn's Facebook page saying that his trip looked amazing. Shawn then asked Kelly out for supper the following night. Kelly worked at Duffy's again so they agreed after her shift was over, Shawn would pick her up and go out to eat. They headed to the new Mexican Restaurant in town and enjoyed chips & salsa, drinks and Shawn shared about his trip to Mexico. Shawn was a gentleman and must have had a good time that he asked Kelly out on a 2nd date. Fast forward about 4 months and Kelly introduced Shawn to her 4 children. She knew they would approve of him and Shawn was a natural with them. They all have practically been inseparable from that day on. During these past 5 years, we have enjoyed many new and old friendships and warm welcomes into each other's families. We are blessed beyond measure to continue this journey and blend our lives together. Thank you for being a part of our special day.