Shannon and Jim were classmates at Marist High School, but their love story did not start until years later.

In 2019, Shannon and Jim reconnected for drinks at a bar called Schoolyard in Lakeview. Sparks flew, and what was just suppose to be one drink turned into a small bar crawl that night. Jim always says he knew Shannon was the one after that night!

In June 2020, Shannon moved in with Jim into their Lakeview apartment. This would prove to be the true showcase for their love (and patience) for each other. Living in the city during a global pandemic forced loads of uninterrupted one-on-one time. They grew to love board games, cooking, and binge watching the latest episode of Love Island or the next cheesy Netflix dating show. Their time living together in Lakeview set up the ultimate friendship and foundation for what was to be a promising future.

Over the years, Shannon and Jim have shared lots of amazing memories and laughs with friends and family. They bonded over their love for sports, even though they often root for opposing teams. Shannon is a diehard Michigan Wolverine and, in true South Side fashion, a Chicago White Sox fan. Jim, on the other hand, loves the University of Illinois and has been a lifelong Chicago Cubs fan. Although their fandom would provide many battles, they ultimately bonded over the same block M (for Michigan, Millikin, and Marist).

On December 10, 2022, Jim took Shannon to one of their favorite Chicago restaurants to “celebrate” the one year anniversary of owning their first home together. Jim had much bigger plans in mind. After dinner and an extremely stressful, traffic-filled drive, he took Shannon to the Lincoln Park Pavilion where he proposed!

As their love continues to grow, Shannon and Jim are excited to officially spend the rest of their lives together surrounded by their family and friends on June 22, 2024!

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