Her birthday gift: a soulmate

Posted by Leticia, 11 May

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.

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  1.   Tseko says:
    Posted: 02 Sep 13

    I am dumbfounded by your story, I wiish you the best of happiness!

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  2.   luvolious says:
    Posted: 16 Aug 13

    An 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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  3.   Addington says:
    Posted: 04 Mar 13

    Good

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  4.   Cleggie says:
    Posted: 22 Nov 12

    Congrats, 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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  5.   Raymou says:
    Posted: 27 Oct 12

    Happy 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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  6. 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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  7.   precious456 says:
    Posted: 13 Aug 12

    GOD SMILED ON YOU BIG TIME. MAY THE BEST OF DAYS CONTINUE MOVING FORWARD. TRUE LOVE IS VERY HARD TO FIND.

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  8.   LaMichell says:
    Posted: 26 Jul 12

    So happy to hear a story like this :) Blessings to you both ;)

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  9.   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 12

      I am so happy for you.Congratulations wishing you a happy married life Cheers

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  10. 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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  11.   babypj says:
    Posted: 27 Feb 12

    I wish u all d best together 4ever.

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  12.   dn323 says:
    Posted: 06 Dec 11

    How nice!

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  13.   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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  14.   betkatty says:
    Posted: 28 Oct 11

    I'm really very happy for both of you and i'm wishing you all happiness,. Congratulations

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  15.   Fancy123 says:
    Posted: 12 Oct 11

    All the best guyz.

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  16.   Kimie86 says:
    Posted: 04 Oct 11

    Congrads to you both wish you both all the luck!!!

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  17. 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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  18.   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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  19.   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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  20.   bellaluxe80 says:
    Posted: 05 Aug 11

    Blessings and love to the both of you!

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  21.   jaarah says:
    Posted: 03 Aug 11

    Right 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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  22.   najma05 says:
    Posted: 09 Jun 11

    this is such a beautiful story with great ending.. you two look so good together! wishing you all the best :-))

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  23.   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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  24.   harmony2020 says:
    Posted: 03 Jun 11

    Wow, you both look wonderful, What a great story! I pray and hope I find my true love soon.

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  25. Posted: 31 May 11

    I wish the both of you the best. You go girl get that man....true inspiration for me.

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  26.   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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  27.   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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  28.   singleinsac says:
    Posted: 21 May 11

    CONGRATS!!!!!!!!! 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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  29.   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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  30.   onestopbabe says:
    Posted: 17 May 11

    Congrats and all the best. I hope to meet the love of my life soon.

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  31.   lillymay says:
    Posted: 16 May 11

    Good luck to u both

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  32.   seagull3 says:
    Posted: 15 May 11

    Awesome. Best wishes to both of you wonderful people

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  33. Posted: 15 May 11

    Heartiest Congratulations: your special relationship, shows once more: hearts and souls, know's no distance to find shared happiness.

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  34.   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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  35.   telecomm says:
    Posted: 14 May 11

    Blessings 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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  36.   eve3000 says:
    Posted: 14 May 11

    Congratulations! This is wonderful. You two have the same smile and look great together. God bless your lives together always.

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  37. Posted: 14 May 11

    Shannon and Geir i send many Blessing to the both of you, you look great together.....God Bless.......BJ

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  38. 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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  39.   Rascal164 says:
    Posted: 14 May 11

    I 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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  40.   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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  41.   LADYG46 says:
    Posted: 14 May 11

    I want to say congrats to you both,and i wish both of u the best.

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  42.   Nissa69 says:
    Posted: 13 May 11

    Geir and Shannon, best wishes to u and thanks for those beautiful happy photos.

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  43.   Radiance88 says:
    Posted: 13 May 11

    Good for you sister.. Congratulations to you both!

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  44. Posted: 13 May 11

    Cograts. Look good together,best wishes together.

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  45.   dee54 says:
    Posted: 12 May 11

    Shannon, Geir is definitely a "keeper"......Be blessed both of you!

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  46.   checkitou says:
    Posted: 12 May 11

    This is a beautiful match.. I wish you happiness..

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  47.   MsShaybabe says:
    Posted: 12 May 11

    Congradulations...you two look wonderful together...hope to find that special someone also!

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  48.   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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  49.   rubylipz777 says:
    Posted: 11 May 11

    Very inspiring story. I wish you ongoing happiness.

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  50.   Abigaelle says:
    Posted: 11 May 11

    You look good together. The best of luck in your relationship.

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