Shellie was born in Jamaica and raised in Boston, MA. She and her family immigrated to the US in the early 90s. She went to Emory University and Howard University. She has her doctorate in Clinical Psychology with a speciality in Neuropsychology. She is currently a Geriatric Neuropsychologist and Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Florida/UF Health & Shands Hospital. Shellie enjoys eating, the ocean, petting all the animals, gardening, Sci-Fi, Fantasy and Historical Period Dramas, traveling, and spending time with her family and friends. Alex is of Cuban heritage and was born and raised in Gainesville, FL. His family immigrated to the US in the mid 60s. He graduated from the University of Florida with a bachelor's of science in Mechanical Engineering. He is a lead Mechanical Engineer for Altavian, a drone design and manufacturing company. Alex enjoys fast cars, boating, cycling, carpentry, dancing, singing Karaoke, traveling, and spending time with his family and friends. Shellie and Alex currently live in Gainesville, FL with their dog, Khaleesi ("Daenerys Stormborn of the House Targaryen, the First of Her Name, The Unburnt, Queen of the Andals, the Rhoynar and the First Men, Queen of Meereen, Protector of the Realm, Lady Regent of the Seven Kingdoms, Breaker of Chains and Mother of Dragons"), a six year old Golden Labrador Retriever.

Our close friends were on a casual date and met each other out with a group of friends, a no pressure zone. Shellie was her friend's lone wing-woman amidst an extensive crew of wing-men for Alex's friend. Little did Alex and Shellie know, that the stars lined up for them instead. Alex arrived appropriately late to find the only open chair next to Shellie. After an hour of talking her ear off, the band started playing. Alex asked her three times, "Hey! Come dance with me" before she finally said "Ok Ok Ok." A fun handful of songs, a well timed dip, and Alex was granted permission to call her. A few casual dates, a salsa class followed by a late night practice session in the park, and a beach trip later, it was meant to be!