America’s Favorite Couple 2025 Finalists: Our Bumble Love Story & How You Can Vote Daily

Our America’s Favorite Couple 2025 Story

If you’ve been around here for a while, you know my story isn’t just about portraits—it’s about people. Connection. Visibility. And yes… love. 💛

So this feels surreal to say: my husband Rene and I are officially finalists in America’s Favorite Couple 2025!

🎉 You can vote for us daily here → VOTE FOR SHANNON & RENE
(It’s quick, free, and means so much!)

We’re sharing our story in a national contest that celebrates real love stories, and we’d be honored if you’d vote for us.

A Bumble Love Story That Led to America’s Favorite Couple 2025

Rene and I met in our 40s—he’d been navigating dating apps for years, and I was a single mom who cautiously gave Bumble a try at age 42.

He was the second guy I met… and my last first date. ❤️

What started as a simple coffee meet-up turned into something unexpected, grounded, and deeply special. One year later, he brought me back to that same coffee shop and proposed—with all our kids there to witness it. (Cue the tears. 🥹)

We now share a life—and a home office! Our desks sit side-by-side. We blend families, clean the garage like champs, and wind down with old fashioneds and a good TV show. Is it glamorous? Nope. But it’s everything.

This is more than a Bumble love story—it’s a reminder that love doesn’t expire with age, experience, or a few heartbreaks along the way.

💬 Curious how Bumble works or thinking about giving it a shot yourself?
I wrote a guide to help you navigate the app with clarity and confidence.
👉 Read: How Does Bumble Work? Your Guide to Modern Dating Success in 2025

Help Us Win America’s Favorite Couple 2025 With Your Daily Vote

Voting is 100% free and takes just a second.
You can cast one vote every 24 hours through this link:

👉 VOTE FOR SHANNON & RENE HERE

The contest includes several rounds—and each daily vote helps us stay in the running!

🟡 If our story made you smile—or reminded you that love can happen at any age—we’d be so grateful for your support. 💛

Why This Love Story Matters to My Work

As a Twin Cities dating profile photographer, I’ve photographed hundreds of people stepping into new seasons of life. People brave enough to be seen again—after heartbreak, divorce, single parenthood, or just plain dating burnout.

This love story is the reason I do what I do.

It’s why I believe so deeply in:

• Online dating photography that feels natural and inviting
• Portraits that reflect your personality, not perfection
• Helping you feel magnetic and confident in front of the camera

If you’re thinking, “Maybe it’s time to try again,”—you’re in the right place.
And I’d love to help you feel seen.

🎯 Want dating photos that actually get results?

I specialize in dating profile photography sessions for men and women ready to show up confidently online.
Think natural light, real personality, and scroll-stopping visuals.

👉 Book a session with me or view my portfolio

💛 Free Tools for Intentional Dating

Looking to boost your confidence, prep for your next date, or reflect on your current season?

📝 Browse my free resource library featuring:

• Confidence checklists and more
• A Post-Date Reflection Journal
• My Dating Profile Session Prep Guide

Thank You for Being Here

If you’re here for the first time—welcome.
If you’ve been part of this community for a while, thank you for being part of the story behind the camera.

And whether you’re voting, dating, or simply rooting for more real love in the world—I’m so glad you’re here.