Stacey was visiting for Christmas from Los Angeles, when her mom invited her to go with her to a Senior's Brunch at church. Although reluctant, she joined her mom at the 55+ church event.. which happened to be a brunch she would never forget. Standing at the back of the room, Joe was overseeing the event when his eyes locked on a blonde, who was clearly too young to be eligible for the brunch. As their paths had crossed at church for years, Stacey approached Joe and introduced herself... He said he knew at that moment he had met his wife. The rest is history!
On a weekend getaway, Joe and Stacey visited her brother in Kansas City. Before their dinner reservation, the couple was given a tour of the restaurant's beautiful property, which led to a walkway covered in rose petals. As two doormen opened the glass doors to a private room, their song was playing and a beautiful table was set for dinner. Joe handed Stacey one single rose and asked if she would accept (complete Bachelor style!). Joe knelt to one knee and asked for her hand, which she responded with a simple, but definite "YES!" We are beyond excited celebrate this next chapter of our lives with you. We love you!