Our Story
How we fell in love
A few small moments that brought us here.
June 24, 2024
First Date
After some messaging back and forth, Vitória and Shane decided to meet for sushi in downtown Florianópolis. Date powered by Bumble!
August 3, 2024
Shane has to go home
After postponing returning home multiple times, Shane finally had to go back home to the US.
August 24, 2024
A Quick Return
After only 3 weeks apart, Shane had to come back to visit Vitória because he just couldn't wait to see her again!
September 16, 2024
Shane meets Vitória's family
Shane went to Vitória's grandpas 90th birthday in Curitiba and met lots of the Zappone family for the first time, including.... her Parents!
October 9, 2024
Vitória visits Shane in the US (and Mexico)
Vitória visited Shane in the US, meeting Shane's family and friends for the first time.
December 31, 2024
Cozy is now a world traveler
Cozy the Wozy joins his Dad and new Mom to live in Brazil
February 1, 2025
Karen comes to visit Shane and Vitória in Brazil
Karen comes to visit Shane and Vitória in Brazil. What a great trip!
July 18, 2025
Our First Place Together
Shane and Vitória found their first place together in Florianópolis
October 7, 2025
Mark and Cindy come to visit Shane and Vitória in Brazil
Mark and Cindy come to visit Shane and Vitória in Brazil. What a great trip!
January 6, 2026
The Proposal
At The Cliffs in Huntington Beach, Shane proposed to Vitória and she said yes!
