Rehearsal Dinner

The Lodge at Malibou Lake

Wedding Day

Ceremony and Reception

Spring

Our Wedding

First Date 

Kris and Shelby's first date was at Gus's BBQ on April 16, 2021...followed by a scheduled second date a week later.

Making Things Official 

On May 8, 2021 Kris asked Shelby to be his girlfriend.

First Trip

After two months of dating Kris and Shelby took their first trip to Texas to visit Shelby's family for the 4th of July.

Day Dates and Small Adventures

Upon returning from their trip to Texas, Shelby and Kris stated taking day trips almost weekly to areas throughout southern California. Some of these trips included attending the surfing US Open in Huntington Beach and the San Diego Zoo. Other trips included day hikes or beach trips.

Moving in Together 

In September 2022 Kris and Shelby decided to take the next step in their relationship and rent a house together in Santa Clarita, CA. At the time, Shelby wasn't too familiar with the area but it has always been home for Kris, and Shelby welcomed the opportunity to grow closer to Kris' family and friends in town.

Becoming Pet Parents 

In September 2023 Kris and Shelby added their first (fur)child to the family and adopted Scout Johnson Bennett Rose from a breeder in Texas. Since Scouts first flight home he has been keeping Kris and Shelby on their toes with his over the top personality and constant antics.

Getting engaged

On May 18, 2024 Kris surprised Shelby with a lunch-time date to Santa Barbara (their favorite beach town for a day trip). The morning started off a little rocky because Kris requested that Shelby not wear leggings to such a nice restaurant and Kris was stressed because Shelby kept insisting that they could just eat anywhere (even if they missed the reservation). Despite all odds Kris and Shelby made it to their lunch reservation on time. Throughout the lunch Kris sat nervously waiting for his friend to arrive with the ring and to photograph the surprise proposal and eventually snuck away to the "bathroom" before returning and dropping to one knee. Kris then told Shelby to let him speak after she repeatedly said "oh my gosh no." Eventually Shelby calmed down enough to say yes and allow Kris to slip the ring on her finger. Shelby did make sure to purchase leggings for the drive home and appreciated Kris' insistence that she not wear her typical athleisure wear to the lunch.

Shelby & Kris

Shelby & Kris

Wedding Party

Officiant

Bridal Party

Groomsmen