Our Story

In August of 2002, Dean and I began seeing each other. We had liked each other all through high school, but neither of us knew the other one felt the same way. We began dating right after I graduated high school. I was about to begin classes at Georgetown College and Dean was working for his Dad's construction company. We were young and in love.

High School Sweethearts...

Not long after we had began dating, we finished Dean's house and moved in together. It was wonderful to be out on our own, in a lovely little house full of pride because we had made it a home. We love living in the country, with a great view and wonderful neighbors. Over the next few years, I attended college classes and Dean worked, finding a new job with the City of Frankfort. Time flies by when you are in love!

In 2005, Dean proposed! I remember it perfectly. I was on my way home from Georgetown when he called. He told me that he was at Kay Jewelers and I should stop by there. We had been talking about marriage some, so I had a good idea what this was all about! I rushed right over, thinking if I didn't hurry he might change his mind! When I got there, he had already chosen a ring, a beautiful pear-shaped solitaire. It was then that he whispered, "Will ya marry me?" I answered with a breathless "yes" and a hug. We sealed the deal with a kiss!

On September 16, 2006, we were married!

It was a perfect day. Our wedding was held at Lover's Leap Vineyard and Winery. The weather was perfect; sun shining and just enough breeze to be the perfect temperature for an outdoor wedding. The day passed by so quickly! Before we knew it, it was 6 pm, all of our friends and family were present, and it was time to say I do!

Instead of walking down the traditional aisle, my dad walked me down through the vineyard and I had an "aisle" made of grape vines. I appeared facing the crowd. It was one of the special touches of the day, making our wedding our own. We stood before Judge Wingate, who gave a short speech of love and honor before reading our vows and we said "I Do".

Dean still laughs at me, thinking back to our wedding ceremony. I was so happy; the smile never leaving my face! While a song was playing during the ceremony, I whispered to him, "Do you like my dress?" When he barely nodded (thinking that this was quiet time!), I replied "It's new." Even Judge Wingate was having trouble not laughing at us during our whispered conversation.

And then we were wed!

We remembered our lost loved ones during the ceremony.
This chair and rose were set aside in loving memory of my grandmother.

Our beautiful wedding cake!

Husband and Wife, Mr. and Mrs. Dean Lickliter

After a wonderful wedding celebration and honeymoon in Florida, we returned to settle into life together. Of course, we had been together for four years by then, so being married wasn't much different! We accumulated several pets and remodeled the house, living by our motto that life goes on, happily if you let it!

In September 2007, we celebrated our one year wedding anniversary in Hawaii! Who could have imagined that we would enjoy traveling? Well, Hawaii is hard not to enjoy! Perfect weather, the ocean, the life. It was amazing.

In June 2009, we finally became pregnant with our daughter Waverly. After trying for a year, we were thrilled that this was happening for us. Immediately, we began making plans for our baby and just couldn't wait to welcome her to our family.

Daddy and Mommy expecting...

On February 27, 2010, our daughter Waverly was born to us, her proud, exhausted and happy parents.

Obviously, we are very proud parents. Waverly is wonderful and we just adore her.

Our family!

Now here we are, celebrating our 4th wedding anniversary. If the next 40 are as wonderful as these past 4, then I welcome the future with open arms and a happy heart.

Happy Anniversary, Dear!