Like this:

Samuel and I fell in love at first sight in September 2006.  We lived in the same apartment complex and went to the same church meetings at BYU.  We saw each other there and were instantly interested in each other, though we did not let anyone know.

I remember when I first saw him, I thought he looked very cute and seemed unique in the best way, and I wanted him to ask me out..

We both had classes in the JFSB and soon each realized that the other could often be found there.  Little did we know that we were both going there as often as possible to check each other out.  After going on one date I got up the guts to talk to him there.  I asked him his last name with the sole purpose of making sure it went well with my first name.  I was very pleased with the name Shannon. 

In that small moment when we were married, I was so happy.  I was overwhelmed with how much God had blessed me: to be married to this man who loves and honors me and will forever.

Our marriage in ascending numbers:

1 baby
1 beard
1 car
1 brief stint as a salesman
2 degrees (going on 4)
3 apartments (well, almost)
3 car windshields (one being put in today!)
3 dining tables
4 jobs
4 months unemployed
6 road trips
6 church callings

I may come back and add to this list.  I must consult with Samuel.

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