After Day 1 of Sunset Music Festival with my brother and friends I spot this strikingly beautiful young lady with long dark hair, exotic features and sleeve of tasteful tattoos. I turned to my brother and said, “there’s my wife.” I quickly approached and worked hard to convince this magnificence woman to continue our playful conversation to a fun time with me at day 2 of Sunset Music Festival. I even had to tell a slight fib that Drake was performing to ensure she came the next day. As soon as she arrived, which was about an hour late, I was again stunned at her beauty, and told her I would forgive her tardiness if she could forgive my fib as Drake was definitely not going to be singing any songs to her that night. As we pushed through a big crowd to meet my brother and friends, she held my hand tightly and as we arrived at their section and greeted them a random lady turns over to us and says, “you two are going to make beautiful babies together”. I had to prove that lady correct. :)

It was a Valentines day unlike any other. It was early morning. The sun was still rising as we were on our way to the top of the mountain in Lake Tahoe, California. There is one stop before you get to your destination. Is a scenic view point that over looks the magical and massive Lake Tahoe in all of its glory. The spot is called "Top of Heavenly mountain" and it is absolutely breathtaking. We made our way off of the gondola and around to the lookout point. Since it was so early, we were the only ones up there. The air was so crisp and silent. Then I turned around and there he was. Down on one knee with a single rose and inside of it, a ring. "Will you marry me?" He said. & Within that moment we were engaged.

Shy and I have been together now for over 5 years and our love has deepened as we have grown together so much; from raising the most beautiful, smart and caring little girl of ours Avynna Ann, to starting and growing our own businesses. We have supported each other and picked each other up every time and will continue to do so for the rest of our lives. We are committed the same way both our parents have devoted their lives in their long-lasting marriages. We look to them as great examples of true love and dedication and we can’t wait to have you there with us as we vow to each other that commitment of every lasting love.