First date. After nearly a month of FaceTime calls that lasted for hours, we couldn't wait to meet. I (Shane) was so nervous but excited. Ruth's Chris for the win.
January 10, 2026
Second date in Huntsville at First Watch.
January 19, 2026
By date three, we knew God was doing something so special; look at the joy on our faces!
January 29, 2026
Such a special weekend. Saw the movie Mercy together.
January 30, 2026
Special day date!
February 15, 2026
Another date getting to go to church together followed by Jim 'n Nicks and we went to see the movie Solo Mio.
February 20, 2026
We love walking. Our first trip to the beach in Panama City and walking a trail.
March 06, 2026
Our first flight together to visit family in Florida.
March 07, 2026
Strolling Green Market in West Palm with Luke, Malia and Finn. Such a beautiful day.
March 07, 2026
Beach time.
March 09, 2026
Beach stroll after we met for breakfast.
April 04, 2026
Headed out for a lunch date.
April 04, 2026
More time together on Easter weekend.
April 04, 2026
Our first Easter services. So wonderful.
April 25, 2026
Day date just before her big surprise birthday party.
April 26, 2026
The ask!
April 26, 2026
SHE SAID YES!!! (TWICE) The first time she said yes, she grabbed the ring and put it on her own finger. We had to do it again.
April 26, 2026
Sealed!
April 26, 2026
Engagement joy!
April 26, 2026
Couldn't have done it without our new friend Gully the sloth!
April 26, 2026
Walking into what God has next, full of hope and gratitude... and one more surprise!
April 26, 2026
Part 2 of the surprise, Kristyn's family and friends surprising her after she said yes!
April 26, 2026
Kristyn's crew. Chuck & Pam (Parents), Josh & Rami (Sister) and little Charlie Grace (Niece), Alice (Friend) & Brandy (Friend).
April 26, 2026
Enjoying our first pictures as an engaged couple at the Nashville Zoo.
April 26, 2026
Kristyn looking so beautiful among the flowers as a fiancee'.