Some moments arrive softly, almost shyly, yet change the course of a lifetime.
For our daughter Cheryl, that moment came at 12:01 AM on January 1, 2000 — the very first minute of a brand‑new century. As fireworks lit the sky and the world celebrated a new beginning, Dave chose that perfect, symbolic instant to ask her the most important question of his life. She said yes, and with that, their new century truly began.
What followed was a year filled with planning, dreaming, and building a future together. On June 9, 2001, surrounded by family and friends, Cheryl and Dave were married. It was a day full of joy, hope, and the unmistakable feeling that these two were meant to walk through life side by side.
For their honeymoon, they received a wedding gift — a cruise to Alaska. The glaciers, the quiet majesty of the Inside Passage, the sense of adventure… it all suited them perfectly. That trip became one of their most cherished memories, a beginning that set the tone for the years to come.
Now, 25 years later, they are returning to Alaska once again — this time to celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary. And in true Cheryl-and-Dave fashion, they’re doing it with intention. They are sailing on the brand‑new Star Princess, a ship that represents fresh beginnings and new chapters — just like that first minute of the year 2000.
We are so proud of both of you and wish you many more years of your life together.
