Shelly

As the swinging 70s were nearing their end, I came into this world in Newport, AR. Despite only living there for a few years, I have a lot of memories of this little town and spending time with family. At 4 we moved to Wichita, KS and this is what I consider my hometown. From an early age I was a ham and loved entertaining everyone! Between dance lessons, voice lessons, choir and theater, I was all about the performing arts as I went through school. All while maintaining good grades and finding time to have fun with friends, many of whom I’m still lucky to call friends to this day.

After high school I studied psychology at Wichita State University and moved into the professional world. I worked hard to use my people skills and love of entertaining in every position I’ve had since then. After extensive experience in mobile technology and banking, I’m working in insurance billing. Finding ways to help others in each job has pushed me in ways I never expected. I can’t wait to see what the next adventure brings.

Along with work and school, I’ve always enjoyed pop culture. I love movies and books and knowing what the celebs are up to. I have to also admit I’m a geek. Deep diving into new topics and learning as much as possible makes me happy. If you’re not learning, what’s the point?

Daniel

I was born on a sweltering August day in Ada, OK, and since then I haven’t slowed down. Starting soccer at the age of four (played until I was 17), even dabbling in wrestling and track in junior high, it was becoming quite clear that I was never going to be one for sitting idle. I was very active in many different clubs and organizations throughout my schooling in Choctaw, OK: Vice-President of German Club, Sergeant at Arms in Key Club, National Honor Society, and Drama Club—just to name a few.

After high school, I relocated to Wichita, KS. There, at Wichita State University, after making my way through a few different majors, I eventually found my passion in Graphic Design. Before graduation, I began an internship at the Coleman Company. This is where it all started. In the five years that followed, Coleman allowed me to experience ideas and planning on a global level that I still use with my clients to this day.

In addition to design, I have been, and will forever be, a nerd. Comic books, movies, TV shows and console gaming are how I spend a lot of nights, when I’m not hanging out with friends or visiting family.

Key Dates in Our Story

These are a few of the key days that we have had in our lives together.

fall 2013
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Had been Facebook friends and had played Words with Friends. Rekindled our friendship.

April 23, 2016
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We decided the distance from Springfield, MO was too far. On this date Shelly moved back to Wichita.

June 12, 2018
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Got engaged at Wasabi, the location of our first date.