Shannon & Jake in Temecula, CA

It’s no wonder Shannon and Jake have a flair for the dramatic. They became friends when Shannon got involved in theater in high school. Jake also grew up with an interest in acting, and the pair began dating when they started working on an independent film after graduating. The two transitioned seamlessly from friends into a relationship and often ended their evenings together with coffee at Denny’s. “So when people ask us where our first date was we always say ‘Denny’s!’” Shannon says. “I was so smitten with Jake, I would have gone anywhere as long as he was there.” The Bride Shannon Kelsey, 27, business owner The Groom Jake Taylor, 27, materials manager The Date August 5 After six years of dating, Jake took center stage during a dinner with both of their families and made a toast that ended with a proposal. “I don’t think I have ever felt more proud than the moment she said yes,” Jake says. The two were married 14 months later at a historic house in Temecula.