Her birthday gift: a soulmate
Shannon saw online dating as a way to get to know people she wouldn’t otherwise meet. She signed up on our site to explore those exclusive opportunities for love…
Geir sent Shannon a Flirt all the way from Norway. He was definitely someone she wouldn’t otherwise meet, and for good reason. Talk about your long-distance relationship! “I was really reluctant,” Shannon admits. “But he was so genuine and persistent that I was bowled over.”
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Despite the difficult circumstances, both singles saw the promise of something special here. As they began communicating via Skype, Shannon and Geir started to realize that some relationships don’t need to make sense to be worth pursuing.
To put that theory to the test, they met in New York City. Their first date happened to fall on Shannon’s birthday. “From the moment I saw him in person, I knew it was meant to be,” Shannon declares. “I thought he was so gorgeous! Great smile, sweet kisser…a sweet, sweet man.”
Shannon says that the powerful magnetism between them was just the final piece of evidence that love would transcend geography in this case. “We both just ‘knew,’” she says. Geir’s honest nature also stood out for her. “He’s not just a ‘talker.’ He walks the walk!”
Shannon and Geir were married on September 3, 2010.
212 responses to "Her birthday gift: a soulmate"
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luvolious says:Posted: 16 Aug 13An inspiring story filled with hope,love does conquer all obsticules,congratulations to two people that found a love so true. A beautiful birthday gift Shannon a Soulmate to share lifes joys with
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Addington says:Posted: 04 Mar 13Good
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sejaka says:Posted: 02 Aug 13
happy brth day may lord lead u to brow 1000 candles
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Cleggie says:Posted: 22 Nov 12Congrats, happy happy birthday and i wish u very best of enjoyable relationship, how i wish i could be in your shoes
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Raymou says:Posted: 27 Oct 12Happy birth day to you and wishing you success in all your plan may God bless you to blow a thousand candles.
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richelover99 says:Posted: 11 Sep 12
waooooh happy day for you !! aah i which i could the one ..yes is hard but i trust GOD.i will also find my love one day
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precious456 says:Posted: 13 Aug 12GOD SMILED ON YOU BIG TIME. MAY THE BEST OF DAYS CONTINUE MOVING FORWARD. TRUE LOVE IS VERY HARD TO FIND.
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LaMichell says:Posted: 26 Jul 12So happy to hear a story like this :) Blessings to you both ;)
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Razanand says:Posted: 05 Nov 15Hi I want to tell u more reply me on [email protected]
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Tan89 says:Posted: 25 Jun 12
Im soo happy for u. I wish u all the best :*
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Sirmarv says:Posted: 24 Jul 12I am so happy for you.Congratulations wishing you a happy married life Cheers
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SpeckledDove says:Posted: 25 Apr 12
Love can overcome so much. I hope I get to have a happy ending like this.Wishing you a happy marriage :-) God bless you both.
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temitope56 says:Posted: 15 Jun 12congratulation to u both enjoy urselfs couples.
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babypj says:Posted: 27 Feb 12I wish u all d best together 4ever.
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taylor529 says:Posted: 09 Nov 11
thats wonderful make god first in your life and it will last forever.looking good together
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betkatty says:Posted: 28 Oct 11I'm really very happy for both of you and i'm wishing you all happiness,. Congratulations
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Kimie86 says:Posted: 04 Oct 11
Congrads to you both wish you both all the luck!!!
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lightanddark says:Posted: 30 Aug 11
happy for you thru the power of love god brought you 2 each other. can tell by the smile on your faces love is there hope to find my'n too
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Onyx_King says:Posted: 10 Aug 11
They actually look happy together! I like the photos: on the beach somewhere then in the snow, somewhere!
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Lovin43 says:Posted: 08 Aug 11
Oh, my God! The two of you Shannon and Geir - what a perfect couple! God is good all the time and all the time God is good. Wish you the best. God bless you.
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jaarah says:Posted: 03 Aug 11Right from the time I first met you, I couldn't stop thinking about you. I've begun to have sleepless nights. You changed my whole life. After all, what else can somebody do with a scary face like yours! Just kidding. May you have an awesome birthday
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najma05 says:Posted: 09 Jun 11this is such a beautiful story with great ending.. you two look so good together! wishing you all the best :-))
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Lavender9 says:Posted: 04 Jun 11
I am always happy when one of my sistahs finds true love and commitment. Thanks for reminding us that it can happen.
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harmony2020 says:Posted: 03 Jun 11Wow, you both look wonderful, What a great story! I pray and hope I find my true love soon.
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starqueen232 says:Posted: 31 May 11I wish the both of you the best. You go girl get that man....true inspiration for me.
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ladyshega says:Posted: 30 May 11
hey,you two look great i wish you all the wonderfull day in life.hope to get mine also.
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Gella55 says:Posted: 30 May 11
Wish you both all the best ,you both seem very happy , well the first photo was not that great ,because of all the protection from the cold .But the one in the Sun was bright and happy lovely pic , sun shape looking good TO ME. Good luck young love.
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singleinsac says:Posted: 21 May 11CONGRATS!!!!!!!!! You both look so happy. I dream of meeting my other half and hope it happens soon. Keep on loving each other!
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sweetylovey says:Posted: 17 May 11
I wish you all the best in your life. May the Almighty be the Centre of your life and every dream and plan you take will florish according to His will. Good luck. Throw your luck to my side.
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onestopbabe says:Posted: 17 May 11Congrats and all the best. I hope to meet the love of my life soon.
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seagull3 says:Posted: 15 May 11
Awesome. Best wishes to both of you wonderful people
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lumberjack35 says:Posted: 15 May 11Heartiest Congratulations: your special relationship, shows once more: hearts and souls, know's no distance to find shared happiness.
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Jewel31 says:Posted: 14 May 11
Congratulations to you both....and it's true geography can be overcome if you are will to give it your all
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telecomm says:Posted: 14 May 11Blessings to you guys!!! You have something special and that's a gift from God! Keep looking up, this will continue to keep you close. God bless.
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eve3000 says:Posted: 14 May 11Congratulations! This is wonderful. You two have the same smile and look great together. God bless your lives together always.
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darkbutsweet says:Posted: 14 May 11Shannon and Geir i send many Blessing to the both of you, you look great together.....God Bless.......BJ
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wintergirl33 says:Posted: 14 May 11
That is awesome! You both are great-looking couple. Congratulations to you both! It just shows you that love can be anywhere besides your own backyard. :)
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Rascal164 says:Posted: 14 May 11I can tell there is strong attraction between you two.... I can see it in your eyes and your smiles! You definitely look like you're going to be happy together... I can only hope that I can meet someone as nice! :-)
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darkembrace says:Posted: 14 May 11
Lovely story, however the pictures of her are terrible. I wish I saw her face. she is hiding behind huge sunglasses. I w think the story would have been more compelling with better pictures :(
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LADYG46 says:Posted: 14 May 11I want to say congrats to you both,and i wish both of u the best.
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Nissa69 says:Posted: 13 May 11Geir and Shannon, best wishes to u and thanks for those beautiful happy photos.
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Radiance88 says:Posted: 13 May 11
Good for you sister.. Congratulations to you both!
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Margaret3220 says:Posted: 13 May 11Cograts. Look good together,best wishes together.
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dee54 says:Posted: 12 May 11Shannon, Geir is definitely a "keeper"......Be blessed both of you!
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checkitou says:Posted: 12 May 11
This is a beautiful match.. I wish you happiness..
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MsShaybabe says:Posted: 12 May 11Congradulations...you two look wonderful together...hope to find that special someone also!
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Kuti says:Posted: 12 May 11
Geir and Shannon, the two of you look great. keep the love fire burning and may God sustain you in his eternal life.
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rubylipz777 says:Posted: 11 May 11
Very inspiring story. I wish you ongoing happiness.
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Abigaelle says:Posted: 11 May 11You look good together. The best of luck in your relationship.
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