I have always had an artistic soul from the very beginning of my life. I knew that I would end up doing something that has that kind of creative outlet for a career. Turned out to be true. I have always focused much of my energy on what I can do to make my relationships better or how I can make things more beautiful around me. I chose to be a hairstylist because it was the perfect marriage of these two things. I hope to use this same approach in my life and marriage to Colin. We are constantly trying to improve ourselves and the world around us as well as each other. I fell in love with Colin's curiosity, eagerness to learn and grow, and his sweet, patient nature. He has been so encouraging and supportive to me from the very beginning of our relationship and our lives just seem to get better and better together.

Thank you Colin for loving me for exactly who I am, good and bad. Thank you for being my biggest fan, confidant and best friend. I can't wait for what adventures life has in store for us!

When I was growing up I had four passions. The first was world history. I'd spend my time watching, reading or getting my hands on historical information any way that I could (Still do to this day). It really didn't matter what the subjects were I'd absorb it and go on for more!  The second, was art. I have always found peace of mind in creating and appreciating art in many forms. Later, I would use my talent and education as an artist and as an Adjunct Professor.  Third is world travel.  I got the bug real young, while studying history and the world that opened up to me.  I hoped one day to see what I was learning about. First time I got to travel outside of North America was with the Navy. I still to this day dream of circumnavigating the globe.  Fourth, and by no means last, is education. My profession today allows for me to not only impart information to my students, but also grants that I have to learn to keep up with industry standards, new techniques and software. I find it to be a gratifying and enjoyable career.  All of this is who I am and in turn I am happy to have found Michaela.  She has accepted my nerdy, artistic nature.

Michaela, I love you so much and I want to thank you for sticking by my side through it all. You are an inspirational, caring, strong woman. Through ups and downs, our relationship has been molded into something strong. It is an honor that I get to spend the rest of my life with you sharing our experiences together.