Dylan was born and raised in Orem, Utah. He is the oldest of
two children (younger sister Kelsey). Dylan grew up reading, playing with Legos
and having Nerf “wars” with his
friends. As he grew up, he learned to ski. In fact, it’s still his favorite
sport. He hopes to pass on his love of skiing to his children one day. As a
teenager, Dylan played football, wrestled, and developed a great a appreciation
(obsession) for classic rock. To this day he and his mom play “name that tune”
and rarely miss any.
Emily was also born and raised in Orem, Utah but moved
around a little when she was really young. She lived in California and Idaho.
She is the second of four children (one older sister Tiffany, younger sister
Jennie, and younger brother Scotty).
Emily grew up playing dolls, clogging and spending her summers at the
BYU pool. As she grew up she played the trumpet in Jr. high and developed her
love for art and photography. She
still loves art of all kinds and enjoys doing art projects with her nieces and
nephews!
Dylan and Emily met in 9th grade through mutual
friends. They quickly became friends and even had a little crush on each other.
After months of beating around the bush, they became each other’s first kiss
(it was horrible). Because the kiss was so horrible Emily broke things off.
However, they somehow remained great friends throughout high school. Emily loved
going to school football games so she could cheer on Dylan. They were often in
the same dance groups and hung out with the same group of people. Their
friendship grew through high school and the years after.
Dylan and Emily in 9th grade (bottom right corner)
Dylan and Emily Senior year of high school (with friends)
Dylan decided to serve a mission for the LDS church and went
to California. While he was there he learned to speak Spanish. He made great
friends and had a great experience. While he was out Emily also decided to
serve a mission for the LDS church and went to South Korea. She loved learning
about the Korean culture and its people. Their missions were some of the
hardest experiences of their lives, but they were able to support each other by
writing letters each week. These letters brought them closer and their
friendship continued to grow. Dylan and Emily came home from their missions
just two days apart from each other. They spend a lot of time with each other.
Dylan quickly knew that he felt more than just friendship for Emily. Emily
wasn’t so sure because she didn’t want to lose her best friend by kissing
again. Dylan worked his charm, and just 6 short months later they were engaged.
Their second kiss was much better and it sealed the deal.
Dylan and Emily's Engagement pictures
Dylan and Emily got married on May 5, 2005 in American Fork
Utah. They shared their special day with all their friends and family.
Dylan and Emily's Wedding day!
After getting married they lived in AF Utah and both worked and Dylan starting back to school at UVU. During their time off they loved to take road trips, watch “Friends” and just spend time together. After a few years Dylan graduated from UVU with a Bachelor's Degree in History Education. He got a job in Saratoga Springs teaching 7th and 8th grade History. He loves what he does and the kids keep him on his toes. After Dylan graduated Emily went back to school. She graduated from UVU with a Bachelor's degree in Art and Visual Communication and a minor in Art History. She now works for a non-profit organization doing graphic design and photography. She absolutely loves what she does and where she works.
Sea World, where Dylan got to live his dream of petting a dolphin
Sea Kayaking at Catalina Island
Emily's favorite place to be!
On top the Empire State Building
Swimming laps
Our 5th anniversary
Dylan's Graduation 2005
Emily's Graduation Day 2013
Right from the beginning they both knew they wanted a family
of their own. As months turned into years, they realized getting their family
here would be more difficult than they ever realized.
Our First House
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