It all started while out with a friend in Grand Rapids, MI October 2012 at one of their favorite spots in Michigan, HopCat. Denis met Jeff for the first time. They converted and after drawing on napkins to get to know one another, Jeff and Denise proceeded to talk and laugh all night. They got closer as time went by and started dated until one day, disguised as a birthday trip to Denise’s favorite place, Walt Disney World, Jeff custom planned an entire day. The day began with the first surprise, staying at Animal Kingdom Lodge Jambo House. They had the luxury of spending the day by the pool and watching Giraffes and Zebras stroll theSavanna from the balcony. For dinner, Jeff narrowed options to 3 locations; as fate would have it, Denise picked the one that followed his plan at Contemporary Resort. Initially begging to see the gingerbread house on display, Jeff convinced her to take a walk out by Seven Seas Lagoon. There, they were met by a captain taking them on a private boat ride to watch the “Happily Ever After’ Fireworks from Magic Kingdom. Surprise, after surprise, Jeff managed to hide a ring box in his sock; removing the ring when Denise was not looking, and got down on one knee and asked Denise to marry him. The smallest details, down to his timing, all done on his own. It made this day super special for Denise and one that she will always cherish!

Clearwater Beach was the first place they visited after moving to Florida. It was the beginning of a new chapter in their lives. Being a place they love frequenting, they wanted to share their love for their new home and this next chapter with friends and family. The Hyatt was perfect for this beautiful moment and they were so happy to celebrate their love.

“Sharing our life, in a place we love, with the people we love. We couldn’t ask for much more.” - Denise & Jeff

Lead Photographer | Carlos Rello
Associate Photographer | Chloe Dennis