Stories from Our Customers: Keith & Sharon

Keith planned to propose to his hometown Sweetheart Sharon this Fall on a trip to Ireland. When plans changed due to COVID-19, this ‘Canadian Casanova’ cooked up “Plan B”.

Thanks to Keith for sitting down with us to chat all things romance and how the happy couple came to choose My Irish Jeweler for their Forever Rings.

Can you tell us a bit about how you guys met?

Keith: “This is a second marriage for both of us and our coupling is a “Modern-Day” Fairytale...we met online! That being said, fate really played a part! I lived four hours away from Sharon and the only reason the dating app served up Sharon as a ‘match’ was because I was in a nearby town for my daughter’s sports tournament.

On the reverse side, Sharon decided to view my profile because I resided in her hometown. She messaged me and we began to chat. We connected immediately but were amazed to learn her parents and I knew each other well! Why the heck did they never set us up?!”

Did COVID-19 affect your plans?

K.: “We began to date and fell in love easily and quickly! After four and a half months of long distance dating, Sharon moved back home and we bought a house together. After almost three years of true bliss, I proposed on July 1st, 2020. The proposal was set to happen in Ireland; Sharon and I had a two week trip planned for this Fall. It was going to be quite the elaborate proposal right in MIJ! But with CoVID, we cancelled our trip and I came up with a ‘Plan B’. I proposed on our boat after a beautiful day of fishing! Sharon jokes that she landed the biggest catch that day!”

Why did you choose rings from Ireland?

K.: “We LOVE their unique designs, the craftsmanship, their quality, and above all, the incredible service that we’ve received from the entire Team at My Irish Jeweler. From the moment that Sharon bought me my first Celtic Lover’s knot ring, followed by my surprise promise Claddagh for her, we knew that we could fully trust the MIJ team with our wedding rings when that time came. Sharon’s Emerald and Diamond halo set look breathtaking on her hand, and has been the focus of many conversations with friends and family throughout the summer. And the brilliant design of my pierced Celtic Knot band has the perfect blend of tradition, meaning, style, and comfort.”

What surprised you about the Big Day?

K.: “We had a private exchange of vows during our summer holiday.”

Plans for a honeymoon?

K.: “We plan to honeymoon in Ireland when travel is safe again. We can’t wait to visit your beautiful country and meet in person the folks at MIJ that helped make our Fairytale come true!”

Comhghairdeas!

Congratulations to Keith and Sharon on this next chapter of their Fairytale story. We're delighted that My Irish Jeweler could play a part in finding and securing your perfect Forever Rings. Here's to many wonderful years together!