We are pleased to announce the finalists for the Share the Love Giveaway. Be sure to show some LOVE here in the comments section or on Facebook to vote. Votes will be accepted through the end of February.
Kevin and Mary
Kevin and I met a few years ago at a friend's BBQ. We hit it off very well from the beginning, but we both were simply looking for a friend and nothing more. As time passed by, I got to know Kevin a little better and became very interested in him, but it wasn't until December of 2010 that we started officially dating. In October of 2011 we gathered at a family dinner, his parents all the way from Turkey and mine, where he began to give a speech. I lost my older brother back in April of last year, and this was one of the first times I got to see my parents smiling again. During Kevin's speech he mentioned how we met, and how he knew from day one that our connection was deeper than he could ever imagine, and next thing you know he got down on one knee. This was the best feeling I have ever had in one single moment in my life. I am so deeply in love with him, for him to propose meant the world to me, as I knew at that moment the feelings he had for me were mutual. Kevin and I have come a long way in our relationship, and we both compliment each other in every way possible. Kevin is a 33 year-old from Turkish background, and I am a 24 year-old girl from a Venezuelan/Italian background; so it is a perfect combination of different cultures and ages, bringing the best in each other. If I believe in love, and a soul mate, and a perfect match, it is because of him and I.
I love this couple!! I hope they win! x0x0x0
ReplyDeleteI love this couple too! They make a beautiful couple :)
ReplyDeleteI believe they deserve this prize after all the rocky times and sacrifices they have make to be together.
ReplyDeleteTrue Love...Hope they win...Best Wishes!
ReplyDeleteKnown them for a while and hope they win!! Great couple!!!
ReplyDeleteLove this couple. They deserve this without a doubt! :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful story; it made me tear up<3
ReplyDeleteIf you guys only knew everything this couple has been through you would truly understand the meaning of unconditional love. My vote goes for this truly amazing couple
ReplyDeleteI would take a bullet for this guy, and a second bullet for this girl... This is a true love story that we only see in movies, you can see how much they love each other every time you look at their faces.. They deserve the best and I really hope they win..
ReplyDeleteI bet i know who wrote this... Dani!!!! lol lovely name ;)
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DeleteHaha, you know me too well..!!
DeleteThey've got my vote!
ReplyDeleteamazing! Love them! count my vote!
ReplyDeleteThey deserve it! So sweet!
ReplyDeleteAwe, this is definitely the cutest couple! You can just feel their love and emotion radiating from this lovey picture! I vote yes :) ST
ReplyDeleteBeautiful story Mary :), I vote for u guys to win the photography session. Where is the vote button? Love <3 Carla
ReplyDeletegreat pic good luck guys!
ReplyDeleteGreat cute couple. They deserve to win. They have my vote
ReplyDeleteMary was our babysitter for a long time, and we were so happy when we heard she was engaged. We wish them true happiness. This couple has our vote!
ReplyDeleteMi sobrina linda. Muchas felicidades. Espero que ganen!
ReplyDeleteI've known Kevin for years now, and I have never seem him as happy as he is with her. I am very happy for them. My vote goes to them :)
ReplyDeleteMary, you're my sister and I love you!!! I hope you guys win so that you can have your beautiful love story documented beautifully!
ReplyDeleteIt's funny to see Mary on here. I was one of her first friends when she moved to Orlando, and this girl has come a long way. So proud of you and wish you the best!
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely story. I wish you both the best...I cant wait to see the Wedding Photos!- Dapo
ReplyDeleteWhat a great joy for a father to see her little girl grow up into such a lady! I love you sotico - Dad
ReplyDeleteLove them! My vote goes to this couple!
ReplyDeleteYay for Mary and Kevin! My vote goes to these lovebirds!
ReplyDeleteYAY, I've only known them for a short while....but they are an awesome couple! And have been through a lot - and deserve the BEST. My vote goes to Kevin & Mary!!!
ReplyDeleteGreat Couple! My vote is for them
ReplyDeleteThis makes me so happy to see that something good is happening to this beautiful couple. Knowing both Mary and Kevin personally, I have witnessed them struggle through some of the greatest hardships that could tear and couple apart. However, these two have what it takes to endure anything and keep their love alive. Congrats Mary and Kevin!
ReplyDeleteMi repuesto es "si!" Felicidades Mary y Kevin!
ReplyDeleteRIP Adolfo. If he could see how happy you are now... What a proud brother he would be. I wish you luck!
ReplyDeleteAgreed :) Your brother is looking down on you always... RIP Adolfo Villasmil
DeleteThank you guys :) I know he always is looking down and keeping us safe
DeleteAll the times Kevin made Adolfo laugh and enjoy his final days... it's like he knew he could leave this world at peace because his baby sister was going to be okay. Im sure I speak for him when I say count both our votes ;)
DeleteThis couple has come a long way.. A little treat never hurt anyone... I hope they win :)
ReplyDeleteMi nina que grande estas! Que alegria verte feliz!!!! Los felicitos y espero vernos en tu boda
ReplyDeleteCute couple. My vote is for them!
ReplyDeleteSeeing this couple reminds me of how love used to be. Young couples play with love, learn from people like this who value one another!
ReplyDeleteCongrats to this couple for making it this far. You two look like a lovely couple, my vote goes for you
ReplyDeleteLove them! Hope you guys win
ReplyDeleteBoth couples are lovely but something about this couple won my vote! Good luck
ReplyDeleteI love these two!! You couldn't have asked for a more perfect couple :-)
ReplyDeleteI'm so happy for both of you! I hope to one day have what you both have! God bless Mr. and Mrs. Cinar :)
ReplyDeleteBIG THUMBS UP!!!!!!! THIS COUPLE ROCKSSSS!
ReplyDeleteI cannot tell you how HAPPY I am for you two! It's like you two were meant for each other and got together at the right moment in life. Both of you going through rough times, and being there for each other to make the pain easier that's not coincidence, that's destiny. A love like that doesn't exist anymore. Couples like you give me hope! I love you guys! I wish you the best of luck!
ReplyDeleteMary a sido una de mis mejores amigas desde chiquitas. Que exito verla llegar a este punto en su vida
ReplyDeleteI love this couple. This photo represents the definition of the word: LOVE.
ReplyDeleteMK always and forever <33333333333
ReplyDeleteBest couple ever! <3
ReplyDeleteGreat couple. The way kevin looks at Mary says it all
ReplyDeleteI love this couple! So happy for them. They deserve this!
ReplyDeleteFor my beatiful daughter and son in law.I hope they win because they deserve the prize. We are going throught dificult times and thius will be something really good for their wedding.
ReplyDeleteLove this couple... They def got my vote
ReplyDeleteThat's my boy Kevin.... Voting for them
ReplyDeleteGood to see true love in young people... Mary and Kevin are a lovely couple
ReplyDeleteI've known Kevin for years... This girl is for sure his better half. Love them both!!!
ReplyDeleteMi sobrinita Linda... Que bellos we ven!!! Felicidades :)
ReplyDeleteOne word can describe these two, True Love
ReplyDeleteThey have my got My vote
ReplyDeleteMARY BELLO
ReplyDeleteMe gusta esta pareja
ReplyDeleteCuenta conmigo
ReplyDeleteI'm voting for myself.. I know how much this means to Mary and I would do anything to see her smile everyday :) i love you baby!
ReplyDeleteWhich is EXACTLY why you guys should win :)
DeleteThese are indeed a lovely couple, but everyone missed the fact that they are very photogenic? Very appropriate for the contest :) my vote is for them
ReplyDeleteI second this!
DeleteMary we will win
ReplyDeleteNothing like young, fresh love! Everyone should be voting for this lovely couple
ReplyDeleteCouldn't be happier for them. I hope the win
ReplyDeleteCongrats for being a finalist, you guys deserve this.
ReplyDeleteWow. This is a beatufil couple> God bless them. I hope they win
ReplyDeletewell mary
ReplyDeleteMary is like my sister, I hope you win. I love you..........
ReplyDeleteVoy a Mary es mi favorita.....
ReplyDeleteI remember these two love birds first date. They had dinner together and hen joined us at the comedy club afterwards. I don't think I've ever seen Mary smile so much :)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful couple..
ReplyDeleteOh dear Mary and Kevin, you guys have a lovely story. Good luck!!
ReplyDeleteYou guys rock! You look truly in love <3
ReplyDeleteQue bellos estos dos
ReplyDeleteCuttest couple ever
ReplyDeleteYay Mary felicitaciones :)
ReplyDeleteThey remind me a lot of me and my wife. We are also 10 years apart and it is the greatest feeling to be ale to count on one another. Good luck to you guys
ReplyDeleteMy vote goes to this couple!
ReplyDeleteGreat prize to win, may the best couple win. My vote is for these two
ReplyDeleteThese two are role models. From charity walks, to volunteering their time, to supporting several foundations. I don't know who could be more deserving than these two!
ReplyDeleteI"m voting for these two. Struggling through life and still manage to have so much love for each other. They deserve this.
ReplyDeleteThe way this guy looks at her is the way any parent would want their daughter to be looked at. True love!
ReplyDeleteHere comes the bride, here comes the bride! Beautiful couple. Love you cousin :)
ReplyDeleteCongrats bro! You and your girl look good
ReplyDeleteLucky couple, not many make such strong connection in a short time
ReplyDeleteI remember taking this picture. I'm so happy you guys have made it this far :)
ReplyDeleteKevin has been a great support for Mary since day one. I think they both deserve this more than anything
ReplyDeleteLove love love this couple
ReplyDeletePrimita que lindos se ven. Esperamos poder estar todos juntos ese dia :) Los quiero
ReplyDeleteLove is what these two portray. Good luck guys
ReplyDeleteLove them! Voting for them
ReplyDeleteIf one didn't believe in love, these two could certainly change their mind. My vote goes to you two lovely couple
ReplyDeleteCheer up! , Take heart, Courage! Mary continues forward
ReplyDeleteAdelante. No nos paremos, por favor de votar por Mary
ReplyDeleteMy full support and Mary, full of hope that will win
ReplyDeleteI totally agree with Mary
ReplyDeleteCount on my support and effort :)
ReplyDeleteThey are the only
ReplyDeleteactors, the real winners :)
Excelente foto...lucen radiantes./.....muchas bendiciones a ambos.
ReplyDeleteQue linda pareja mucha vendiciones :)
ReplyDeletePara la pareja favorita, que sigan un buen camino...
ReplyDeleteSo good to see you guys happy. Good luck
ReplyDeleteI love these two :)
ReplyDeleteLovebirds... They absolutely got my vote
ReplyDeleteLove them
ReplyDeleteHappy couple my vote is for them
ReplyDeleteQue lindos los dos. Espero que ganen
ReplyDeleteWhat a touching story. Good luck to you guys!
ReplyDeletePs. I am sorry for your loss
Mary cuido a mis 5 hijos por 2 anios y no puedo decir lo cuanto aprecio todo el trabajo que hizo por ellos. Que linda persona por adentro y afuera. Les deseo lo mejor
ReplyDeleteMy vote is for this couple. Lovely story
ReplyDeleteTo bring your parents all the way from Turkey to propose? That is true love :)
ReplyDeleteQue linda mi sobrina y el nuevo mienbro de la familia mendez. Los quiero a los dos y mucha suerte
ReplyDeleteQue bella te ves mariselita. Como has crecido! Muchas felicidades!
ReplyDeleteVoting for these two. I love the way he looks at her!
ReplyDeleteLove this couple. I've known mary for years and this is a great thing that could happen to her :)
ReplyDeleteTienen mi voto seguro - Gocha :)
ReplyDeleteGood luck to you guys. It is really fun to have a partner so different that compliments you in so many ways
ReplyDeleteI hope you guys win. Good luck and god bless!
ReplyDeleteKevin and Mary for the win!
ReplyDeleteBeautifull couple, true love. God bles them.
ReplyDeleteLove them <3 They got our vote
ReplyDeleteEspero que ganen. La verdad que se lo merecen mucho!
ReplyDeleteben onları seviyorum <3
ReplyDeleteFinally tying the knot. Good luck my man and you have a gorgeous lady there.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations guys. I wish you a life of happiness and hope you two can win this!
ReplyDeleteHere is my vote!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful couple! I vote for them. - Padma
ReplyDeleteSucia and Kevin..you guys have my 100% vote... I know this is true love, you guys had been through soooo much but nothing made you guys give up and thats the meaning of LOVE!!
ReplyDeleteLove you guys!!
Love their picture! My vote is for you two
ReplyDeleteI've seen this couple grow stronger and stronger, day by day. They are a true example of everlasting love. Count my vote!
ReplyDeleteVoted!!!!! I choose you both as the cutest couple-congratulations again!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteVoto por estos dos. Muy lindos
ReplyDeleteKevin and Mary <3 them
ReplyDeleteI love this couple! The blending of cultures, their never-ending sacrifices that just draws them together, no other couple is more deserving!
ReplyDeleteWe are happy to see you guys get this far. Good luck to the happy couple :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful couple. Good luck to you guys! Keep loving each other this much and marriage will be the most wonderful thing you two could experience
ReplyDeleteLove this couple. Count on us
ReplyDeleteVoting for Mary and Kevin
ReplyDeleteBeautiful picture. Good luck to both couple but my vote is for these two
ReplyDeleteYoung love! Voting for these lovebirds
ReplyDeleteYou had me at BBQ. Im voting for you guys
ReplyDeleteKevin and Mary,
ReplyDeleteThis is an amazing couple. They both work to support not only themselves, but TWO families, pay for their own schooling, AND now have to plan a wedding. Bc of some unfortunate events, it has left them having to postpone their wedding due to financial issues. The mere fact that they choose to focus on their love and not mention these factors, is reason enough for anyone to vote for them. That's what it's always been about; their love. Their love has always come first. And even with these bumps, they have remained an optimistic, loving couple.
I am happy for both of you. God works in mysterious ways, and I have faith that he has a great plan for you two. Thank you for being a positive example of love.
Besos,
Tia Nena
You're story is so touching! and these comments say it all! Im voting for you two!
ReplyDeleteYou guys have been dominating my newsfeed since 2010. "I love you to the moon and back," is something I always saw. I thought it was just the honeymoon phase, but 2 years going strong, I still see these romantic exchanges to one another. Im envious! I hope to have what you both have one day!
ReplyDeleteShort, sweet, and to the point! Im putting a check next to this couple
ReplyDeleteFiguring out if you are right for each other shouldnt take years. Mary's parents are an example of that, 31 years later a happy married couple. I wish you guys the best. Good luck and God Bless
ReplyDeleteLove is about the unexpected. I am so happy for you guys and I am happy that this happen to you, in love you should never expect anything and do it because you truly love one another, and this is the most selfless love I see in the competition. Good luck!
ReplyDeleteHere is my vote - Kate
ReplyDeleteYou guys are so loved by friends and family. We hope you win this one.
ReplyDeleteJust look at her innocent smile and his passionate look. What photographer wouldn't want to shoot this?
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful couple, and story. Hope you win
ReplyDeleteI have watched Mary grow into such a beautiful person. From the moment she moved here and didn't speak a word of English, to becoming a great role model and example to society. If anyone deserves this is this young lady and Kevin.
ReplyDeleteI am a photographer myself, and looking at this picture I can only imagine how much fun Sara G will have shooting these two. They should definitely win and my vote goes here!
ReplyDeleteYou go guys. True inspiration for us single people :)
ReplyDeleteWinners in my book!
ReplyDeleteThis competition should be about love, and you voters need to look at this couple, a single picture says it all! Love you guys
ReplyDeleteAnd the cuttest couple is.... Kevin and Mary! Good luck to you too
ReplyDeleteVoting for them ;)
ReplyDeleteBeauty and brains, this is what they both have! Winner in my heart
ReplyDeleteI hope you guys win so we can have amazing pictures at the wedding :p
ReplyDeleteMi nina que bellas estas. Suerte a los dos. Besitos - Tio simon
ReplyDeleteVoting for this lovely couple!
ReplyDeleteI too remember their first date! Perhaps it was the comedian that made her that happy but either way you could see a lifetime love in both their eyes. Good luck
ReplyDeleteLove the story. Count on my vote! - Lupita
ReplyDeleteKodak moment. Here is my vote!
ReplyDeletey quien se esperaba que mariselita se encontrara a gran galan. Buena suerte a los dos!
ReplyDeleteCongrats and good luck guys
ReplyDeleteThis story is very touching. you two have my vote - Marie
ReplyDeleteWell deserved. Wish you the best :)
ReplyDeleteKevin and Mary!
ReplyDeleteSpreading love around us all. good luck
ReplyDeleteHow time flies, just a few years ago we would say how marriage was so far away. Good luck bestie :)
ReplyDeleteMe acuerdo cuando eras chiquita y decias que no te ibas a casar nunca porque nadie te podia querer comu tu papi. Pues veo que encontraste a alguien que te quiere igual y quizas mucho mas :) Felicidades - Tio Miguel
ReplyDeleteQue felicidad para tus padres verte tan feliz mamita. Muchos besitos y saludos. Suerte - Corlis
ReplyDeleteNot sure if a comment counts as a vote, but i hope you two win!
ReplyDeleteMy vote for them :)
ReplyDeleteKevin and Mary are my neighbors, and every morning I get to see him walking her out and watching her leave. It is pretty cute :) Good luck to you guys
ReplyDeleteand my vote is for... Kevin and Mary. Congrats
ReplyDeleteBoth stories are very touching, but I am also married to a guy who is 9 years older than me. You are in for a great treat :)
ReplyDeleteVote for them! I met them at the bridal show last week and they are adorable. Good luck - Gina Jefferson
ReplyDeleteI guess your dream came true girlfriend. A nice, hot, and caring man! I will spread the word, and good luck to you too
ReplyDeleteMary and Kevin, keep it up you guys :)
ReplyDelete<3 this picture. You two have my vote!
ReplyDeleteQue linda mi chiquita! Suerte
ReplyDeleteIt is amazing to me how you two could fall in love and be so sure of it all. You guys are my true inspiration <3
ReplyDeleteMari amiga no lo puedo creer ya te casas :) Felicidades. Aqui esta mi voto
ReplyDeleteMay the best couple win. but you 2 have my vote
ReplyDeleteVoting for the beautiful Kevin and MAry
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ReplyDeleteNow you see the importance of helping others. We are all here to help you mary :)
ReplyDeleteLeave it all in gods hands and you will see that everything will turn alright. good luck
ReplyDeleteLucky couple, you two have accomplished a lot in such short time! wishing you a life full of happiness
ReplyDeleteWhen life gets tough only the true friends stay around, mary you have been through so much with your wrist, and your brother, and your parents. I am happy to finally see you this happy :) May you accomplish all you want in life, and you are going to make one beautiful bride. Love Nadia
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