All About Kevin & Addie

We met on the Hinge app and started talking in March 2019. We were both hesitant to meet in person because we were unsure if we liked each other over text. However, our friends convinced us to meet up, and in April 2019, Kevin asked me to go miniature golfing in Del Mar, CA, because it was halfway between us. Kevin, being a golf pro, did not go easy on me and ended up winning. We joked with each other and did not stop laughing the entire game. Afterward, we had dinner at a local restaurant, The Brigantine, and talked for hours. We have been together ever since. We got engaged in Seattle in November 2020. Due to COVID, we eloped at the Laguna Beach Courthouse in California in June 2021. Our wedding ceremony was in Kauai, HI, at Addie's family's farm in July 2022. We then stayed on Kauai and had our honeymoon in Poipu.

We have 4 animals (3 cats and 1 dog). Our dog is a medium sized dog named Palmer and our cats names are Tullulah (Tula), Jax, and Odin. On April 1, 2023, we decided to pack up the animals and move to Oregon. Our relationship has been a non-stop adventure, and through all the ups and downs, we have remained constant in our love and unwavering support for each other.

Our interests include: 

Harry Potter/Marvel Marathons

Traveling/road trips/camping

Sporting Events

Hiking/walks

Trying new restaurants

Going to museums

Exploring new areas

Game/puzzle nights

Concerts/comedy shows

Going to Disneyland/theme parks

Mini golf/bowling

Spending time with family

Bonfire nights

About Addie:

I grew up in a happy, loving, & supportive home with my mom, JoAnna, dad, Bobby, & two siblings, Jacob & Emily. We lived in a suburban, family-oriented neighborhood in Long Beach, CA. Our house was always filled with laughter, music, dogs barking, the smells of pancakes in the morning & chocolate chip cookies on the weekends. My parents always made it a priority to walk us to school & be present at all of our events, big & small. There isn't a single game, play, award ceremony, or graduation where I don't remember my parents showing their support. My great-grandma Helen (Momo, as we called her) also lived with us, and I am grateful I got to make memories with her & other great-grandparents in our lives.

I am the oldest sibling & very close to my brother and sister. Although we would annoy each other growing up (as siblings do), we have always been supportive of one another & remain very close. I often took on the motherly role of making sure they stayed out of trouble & caring for them when they were upset. Even to this day, my siblings come to stay with me or call me during hard times.

I was always a "girly girl," loving dress-up, shopping, makeup, hair, etc. Growing up singing, I participated in multiple musicals and plays throughout middle & high school. I was never super athletic (mostly clumsy), but I was on the varsity high school swim team all four years.

I have always had a passion for supporting students with special needs. When I went to college at San Diego State University (SDSU), I studied Liberal Studies with an emphasis in Special Education. After graduating with my bachelor's in 2017, I pursued my Master's in Special Education & Teaching Credentials from Point Loma Nazarene University (PLNU). I worked as a special education teacher for five years before transitioning to a Program Manager role at an education company, providing staff support to students with severe behaviors.

While I was in college, my parents bought a family farm in Kauai, HI. We now spend family holidays at the farm at least once a year. I was raised in a big surfing family, so I have spent a majority of my life finding comfort in the ocean and at the beach. My family prioritized travel and ensuring we learned to appreciate other cultures. This is something I have continued into my adulthood, traveling as often as I can.

About Kevin: 

I was raised in Hawthorne, CA, near Los Angeles, by my mom, Patty, & my dad, Chris. I am the youngest of three siblings. My sister, Jennifer, is the oldest, followed by my brother, Matt. My siblings have a different dad named Robert, who has always been a part of my life, & we have a great relationship. Both of my siblings are much older than me & played a significant role in raising me into who I am today.

When I was two years old, I was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes. Growing up with this condition taught me a lot about responsibility and the importance of living a healthy life. I attended a summer camp every year where I met many friends going through the same experience. Eventually, I was able to volunteer at the camp.

As a kid, I played baseball through high school. You could also find me skateboarding around the neighborhood or at a skate park with friends. My family loved camping & would take a few trips per year. Every summer, the entire family would gather for a trip to Kern River. Some of my favorite memories are from those trips.

Growing up, my extended family all lived within an hour of each other, making me incredibly close to my cousins. To this day, we remain really close, & even their kids call me Uncle Kevin. It's always the best time when we all get together, whether it's for our holiday party, birthday parties, or family vacations. We all prioritize showing up for each other.

I started playing golf when I was a senior in high school & fell in love with it. I began working at golf courses & taking classes to obtain my PGA certification. I took a break for a year to get my bachelor's in business from Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) in 2019. From there, I worked for some big golf companies like Honma & Taylormade. I eventually made my way back to golf courses & am currently working as a Golf Professional at a country club. To this day, I am a huge sports fan & try to attend as many sporting events as I can. I also love to stay active through golf, hiking, & running. I make it a point to explore new areas & spend time in nature.