Zip Lining 2018

Our Story:

Summer of 2018 ~ Tanji frequently traveled to Eagle, CO, to visit her uncle Steve (aka GoGo) and Amy. They couldn’t help but notice the potential chemistry between Jeff and Tanji and thought they would make a perfect match. A double date was arranged to go zip lining in Wolcott, CO, and despite an exhilarating day, the stars didn’t seem to align quite yet. Jeff and Tanji were very content with their independent lifestyles- or so they thought. Little did they know God had a different plan in store.

July 2021 ~ Flash forward three years, Jeff and Tanji crossed paths again at Frost Creek, sparking a reconnection, and they’ve been together ever since! Despite the distance between Castle Rock and Eagle, they’ve cherished every moment together, making the most of their long-distance relationship. And it wasn’t just Tanji that Jeff fell for- her beloved pets, aka her zoo, captured his heart too. From Ruby, the dog, to Nokey and Pepé, the cats, and even Marley, the bird, Jeff couldn't resist their charm, even if he was hesitant to admit it at first.


May 8th, 2023 ~ In a picturesque moment at Salt Pond Beach in Kauai, Jeff popped the question to Tanji, and her joyful "yes" echoed along the shore! Following a heartfelt engagement, they're now gearing up to celebrate their love with their nearest and dearest this September. Get ready to dance the night away—it's going to be magical!

Tidbits:

Who's going to take out the trash?
Tanji likes to squish as much trash in one bag as possible, and Jeff doesn’t like that so much, so he usually takes the trash out.

What's your favorite activity together?
Spending time with our sweet dog Ruby and our spunky cat Pepé, traveling, skiing, exploring new restaurants, live music, playing Scrabble and Gin or Gin Rummy, and putting puzzles together.

What was your most memorable date?
Waterfall rappelling in Maui and swimming with the Manta Rays in the ocean at night in Kona!

Where are you going for your honeymoon?
Minimoon in Sedona, Grand Cayman in November....of course after golf season :) We are going to learn how to scuba dive!

What's the best meal you have eaten together?
Our most unforgettable meal was at Mama’s Fish House in Maui.

What's the most memorable trip you have taken together?
Kauai, where we got engaged, is the nearest to our hearts.

What nicknames do you have for each other?
Jeff calls Tanji “Chanji,” “Tan-Jay,” or “McCheez Whiz.”
Tanji calls Jeff “Jeffy,” “Je-Fay,” or “Jefferson.”

Go Broncos 2021
The Zoo 2022 (minus Marley)
Mama's Fish House Maui 2022
Waterfall Rappelling Maui 2022
Kauai Bike Cruising 2023
Salt Pond Beach Snorkeling 2023
She said YES!!!
The Lodge at Kukui'ula 2023
Glacier Bay Alaska 2023
Ke Ala Hele Makalae Trail 2024
Ski Day Vail 2024
Austin 2024
4th of July 2024