Liz and Cj met in April of 2018 - an evening that neither one of us would thought would turn into the rest of our lives. Actually that is false, CJ went back to his parents home that same day and told his mother Rhonda "she's the one, I am going to marry her" .

The night started off with two groups of friends bumping into each other at a bar concert - Luke Combs. Cj and Liz although having the same friend groups conveniently had never so much as shared a conversation before. While waiting for the concert to begin Liz wandered over to the bar to grab a drink where she was met by CJ - he bought her a beer, then another, where the conversation came so natural - an instant connection.

They bonded over their similarities, interests and passions - their biggest passion of all, being parents. As the concert began the two sang, shared a few dances (Liz has the toe scars to prove it) and even a kiss. The night came to an end (For Liz anyhow.. anyone who knows Cj knows the night doesnt end until the sun comes up) they had already planned their first date for the following evening - This is where their story begins.

Cj was working out of town in Saskatchewan and Liz was from Spruce Grove, however that didnt stop the two from building their connection and getting to know one another. Liz spent every weekend for the first two years of their relationship driving to Saskatchewan, staying in dodgy motels, hanging out with a bunch of Rig hands (whom have all earned a special little place in her heart) - but every single moment the two could be together was made the most of.

CJ has a son - Blake Holwell who at the time was only 3

Liz has a daughter - Olivia McDougall who at the time was only 7

Trying to build a relationship with a partner in general can have its ups and downs - but trying to listen to your heart while maintaining the best interest of your children should basically be an Olympic sport. But they thrived - the love this blended family has for one another cannot be matched.

With all that love to go around, Liz and CJ welcomed their daughter Oletta Holwell. The final piece to their family - a bridge between "mine" and "yours". Olivia, Blake and Oletta are the glue that hold it all together.

During her pregnancy Liz made the desicion to move to Calgary from Spruce Grove to ensure they would all be together, all the time. It was a big adjustment, but was also a fresh start. Cj ensured Liz never doubted the move and was always comforted and taken care of.

Together the two of them have grown as individuals, as a team, as parents, and as each others best friends; they are each others number one fans.

Today, things could not be better. Marrying the love of their lives - raising three beautiful children - experiencing life together and loving every moment of it.

We thank you all for being a part of our story in one way or another - you have helped lead us to today.

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