Worship and Arts Center of First United Methodist Church Richardson

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Cancún

Full Wedding in Cancun

Our Wedding

About 17 years ago (yes that is 1-7 haha) Shane, a handsome midwestern guy from North Dakota and Shandon, a southern belle from South Carolina met in a very unconventional way.  Both were super huge fans of WWF wrestling and became friends in a WWF chat room! After dating online and over the phone for 3 1/2 years, they met in person for the first time while Shandon was in her first year of college. It was like they had know each other forever! When they parted, they both knew that there was no way they could be apart any longer. Shandon moved to North Dakota to be with Shane after that first year and finished her degree there with her soulmate. It was also there that Shandon proposed to Shane (yes, you heard right - she's a go getter). While Shane said "Yes, of course", he also laughed and jokingly said "You know I'm suppose to do the proposing though, right?". 

With promise rings adorned, Shane moved to Texas with Shandon in 2009 and a couple years later, he would propose underneath the stars and fireworks on July 4th (yes, Independence Day... ironic). Shane and Shandon always dreamed of a beach wedding one day but as life wore on, tragedies struck, and family was deployed, the wedding was postponed over the years. 

Determined to make it happen, Shane and Shandon are getting officially married this year at their church home with their beloved congregation of ACCESS, the modern worship service of First United Methodist Church Richardson, again, in a very unconventional way - after worship in front of their congregation on their 17 year anniversary. They will have their full ceremony on the beach, just as they dreamed so many years ago, in Cancun, Mexico on Valentine's Day 2018.

We want to thank everyone who have supported us in the ups and downs and we are so happy to share our story and lives with you. Remember love can happen when you aren't even looking - that's what happened for us! :-)

A long time coming

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Courtyard by Marriott Dallas Richardson at Spring Valley

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Wingate by Wyndham Richardson

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Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Richardson

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DoubleTree by Hilton Dallas - Richardson

Travel

Experience 4 of Dallas' most popular attractions with a CityPASS that’s valid for 9 consecutive days. This pass is perfect if you want to explore the city on your schedule, craft your own itinerary, and visit the city’s can’t-miss museums and most iconic sites.
Bypass the crowds to race against a virtual T. rex, do battle in a remote-control robot arena, or watch a thrilling documentary in the cutting-edge 3-D theater at the Perot Museum of Nature and Science. Enjoy bird's-eye views of lively Dallas during the day or at night atop the 470-foot (143-m) observation deck at Reunion Tower, or take a safari tour where you can feed giraffes and watch elephants at the Dallas Zoo.
You can also choose to browse the accomplishments of past presidents at the George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum or stop to smell 16 different varieties of roses at the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden. Beyond simply providing entrance to each attraction, your CityPASS booklet contains valuable insider tips, hours of operation, and transportation information to help you navigate Dallas and get the most out of your visit.
Your Dallas CityPASS is valid for general admission to the following attractions:
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<li>Perot Museum of Nature and Science</li>
<li>Reunion Tower GeO-Deck</li>
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You can choose 2 other attractions from the following options:
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<li>The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza or Dallas Zoo</li>
<li>Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden or George W. Bush Presidential Library &amp; Museum</li>
</ul>

Dallas CityPASS: 4 Must-See Museums & Attractions

Ascend to the top of the Reunion Tower to witness a 360-degree view of Dallas in the fresh and exciting GeO-Deck. Interface with touch kiosks to discover the city's many landmarks, and then peer out through a telescope to identify the urban landscape from a startling vantage point.
Ride an elevator to the top of the Reunion Tower GeO-Deck, an observation deck that combines a 360-degree view of Dallas using both indoor and outdoor viewing areas, in concert with interactive touchscreens, called the Halo, to help you identify every point of interest. Discover hidden gems, historic landmarks, museums, and even parks using the touch screens, and then walk around the outside to hunt through the city's visual spectacle with one of the telescopes.
Capture amazing photos of Dallas, and get your photo taken and customized to feature a background of your choice. It's the perfect way to commemorate your visit to Reunion Tower—marveling at the view and also expanding your conception of Dallas.

Reunion Tower Observation Deck Admission

Hear ye, hear ye. Make haste to the castle to indulge in a night of feasting, combat, and revelry. The knights and horses of Medieval Times are here to thrill you with acts of showmanship and bravery reminiscent of legends of old, while you dine on a 4-course meal worthy of a king's table.
The good King Don Carlos and his enchanting daughter, Princess Catalina, invite you to become part of their court for the evening. The pageantry of the knights is on full display as they thunder into the arena atop mighty steeds. Cheer as your knight engages in jousting and other manner of combat and the royal falconer thrills you with the feats of his magnificent birds of prey.
As the tale unfolds, you're presented with a banquet of savory fare to sate your appetite. Your meal includes select non-alcoholic beverages; or you may order from the full service bar before, during, and after the show. After dinner, be sure to browse the castle’s Hall of Arms to discover fascinating Medieval artifacts.
Sample Bill of Fare
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<li>Oven-roasted chicken, garlic bread, tomato bisque soup, spare rib, and a castle pastry</li>
<li>Hummus and warm pita bread, carrot and celery sticks, 3-bean stew with fire-roasted tomato and brown rice, and fresh fruit or Italian ice (based on availability)</li>
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Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament

A wonder for all ages, SEA LIFE Grapevine Aquarium is home to more than 5,000 sea creatures. Explore 30 displays including interactive touch pools, a turtle rescue center, a 360-degree walk-through tunnel, and an ocean exhibit where a blacktip reef shark swims alongside graceful rays.
Meet 2 green sea turtles and an endangered Kemp's ridley sea turtle in the turtle rescue center. Then walk through the spectacular ocean tunnel and marvel at the creatures swimming overhead. To get any closer you would have to get wet.
As you explore the aquarium—featuring stunning jellyfish, blacktip reef sharks, clownfish, and cownose rays—get a close-up look at a giant Pacific octopus, a master of disguise, playfully swimming while a clownfish hides in a sea anemone, its home. Stop by marine experts' daily presentations and feedings or feel a starfish, sea urchin, shark pup, or horseshoe crab at the interactive touch pool.

Shandon & Shane

Shandon & Shane

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Full Wedding in Cancun