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Mel was missing family and wanting to branch out to make more friends. She reached out to her cousin and asked her if they could get together sometime soon. Her cousin invited her to a potluck dinner on a Friday evening at her friends. Brad happened to be there and she sat down beside him on the couch. They stayed in that spot all night talking, and the rest was history! They took a trip to Jasper together a couple of weeks later where the momentum continued and their story took off. They liked going on walks, painting, cooking together, and enjoying good food and drinks together all while having conversations about their shared values and plans for the future. Brad welcomed Mel and her two children Jacobie and Dominik to nestle into his home in Whitecourt a year after dating. Brad always wanted children and in 2021 they welcomed their son Eden, who was followed by their daughter Sawyer in 2023. Together they create an awesomely chaotic blended family of six and are looking forward to a beautiful future raising their kids, sharing meals, travelling, and enjoying life's simple pleasures.

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Mel met Brooklyn and their friendship took off immediately through a love of rock collecting, arts, crafts, and of course snacking. When they first met, they laughed for ten minutes straight in the kitchen and Mel knew she would be around for a long time! The trip that solidified their friendship was for Mel's birthday in Jasper, and since then they have been incredibly close. They talk everyday about everything under the sun.

Brooklyn Parker

Nic was Brads friend for many years before he met Mel, and now they are embarking on a business venture together. Mel always jokes that Nic is Brads "boyfriend" because they talk on the phone sometimes twice a day. One thing is certain, if you need the job done you can depend on Nic to get it done. It took Mel a while to warm up to Nic after hearing about all their wild escapades, but after getting to know him it makes perfect sense why Brad would choose to have him in his life. He always chooses the best people to do life with.

Nic Carew

Carey is Mel's big sister, and certainly encompasses the meaning of that title. She is the word of encouragement, the deep belly laughter, the big hug when it's needed, and the zest of their shared mother's soul. She has been there for Mel through every single thing, and had one of the many hands in raising her. She has a patient and loving heart.

Carey Stephens

Mel met Chastyn through Brad and they got closer camping over the summers. Chastyn is the friend Mel calls, and that's just it plain and simple. They have supported one another through every season of life, and there have been many both happy and sad. They will always continue to lean on one another.

Chastyn Kennedy

Mel called Shanelle her "fun loving friend" and that's exactly what she is. When they met they enjoyed rolling on the ground laughing together, being goofy and probably wine drunk. Shanelle could always match Mel's energy. As life went on, they both welcomed two children at almost the same time. They have remained great friends and now get to raise their kids together.

Shanelle O'Reilly

Janelle's spirit is like a warm hug, or a warm cup of coffee in the morning. Her friendship with Mel has been consistent and slow-burning, but always a place of refuge. They love to talk about psychology, eat delicious food, and pretend to be mixologists together. Their kids are playing so well together now, and it is such a treasure watching them grow.

Janelle Hilland

Nick has been Brads friend for probably five times as long as Mel has been around. He is such an intelligent and wise person. The kids enjoy when 'Uncle Nick' comes over for dinner. Mel has even gotten to bond with Nick a lot over food, gardening, health, and spirituality. He is a very solid dependable guy, and can build virtually anything. Brad and Nick spent their youth snowboarding and sledding together in the mountains, while picking on Tom

Nick Chalifoux

Tom is that friend who just wants everyone to be happy. Brad and Tom share real estate together with many goals to expand that venture, and have always been tightly knit. Tom is a very positive uplifting person, and a very good dad. Tom and Brad spent many years alongside Nick snowboarding and sledding. Mel has heard stories about Tom's high school and college days, she keeps waiting around to see THAT version of Tom and it hasn't happened yet, maybe the wedding night will do it. 

Tom Hilland

Jay is that friend who's always there, Brad and Jay build their friendship through good company. You might define him as Brads hype man, always listening to his bright ideas and latest updates on growing his music festival. They talk a lot about investing, travel, and dream up great lives together. Jay is also great for a good hug.

Jason Thompson

Brad met Colton in more recent years and they connected immediately. Colton is a very charismatic person, and an even more loyal friend. His work ethic is undeniable, and he loves to take care of people. Brad and Colton bond over good music and building upon the music festival together. Colton loves to use his free time to hunt and garden, and always shares those gifts with Brad and Mel. He is one of a kind, and a great friend to do life with.

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