Cody and Shannon met in the most romantic city in the world- no, not Paris! But, the next best thing, Oxford, Ohio. Cody was an Athletic Training STUDENT (key word being student) with the Miami Field Hockey Team. All of the girls on the team were enthralled with Cody's infectious smile and kind spirit, but Shannon won him over at the end of the year formal. Luckily for them both, Cody had a 5th year at Miami, which gave the couple some extra time to spend together. Between afternoons at Seaview Outfitters, date nights at Paesano's, and of course time on the Brick Street dance floor, Shannon and Cody fell in love quickly (Shannon was actually the first one to say it - on Facebook Messenger - because Cody *not surprisingly* lost his phone for a few weeks.) After her graduation, Shannon and Cody spent two long years in a long-distance relationship as Shannon moved home to Saint Louis to begin her teaching career, and Cody was opening his new business venture, Fridge and Pantry. After two years, Shannon moved back to Cincinnati, and the long distance period was over! Over the last 8 years in Cincinnati, Shannon and Cody have loved their time together, spending many afternoons at local breweries, taking their dog Moose on walks, and exploring all that the city has to offer. After 10 years (yes, 10), Cody proposed to Shannon after she came home from a field hockey game. Shannon was sweaty from playing in her game, and Cody was sweaty from being nervous! Cody got down on one knee with their favorite song playing in the background. Shannon said "Yes"! They decided to keep this engagement a secret only for a short while, until they could tell their families in person a few days later. It was a long wait, but oh so worth it. We cannot wait to celebrate our marriage with you!