Dave

Full name:
David James Meehan
Date of Birth:
1st February 1975
Starsign:
Aquarius

I was born and bred in Fleetwood, Lancashire. If you don't know it, it's a nice, but quite dull, seaside town near Blackpool. It's on a peninsular, so there is only one road out (it's a very popular road!).

After realising that my school grades were not enough to be a vet or an astronaut, I had to rely on my strengths in English or computers. Neither were much use when I spent time working in local government. Making coffee and writing forms were the only skills in this job, though there were some tough decisions on how much milk to put in. I can also now open envelopes with almost superhuman speed!

On August 3rd, 1996, I first met Lindsey at a party. Sadly, the truth is, it is not a very romantic tale. I decided to talk to her, to express my disgust at her choice of clothing (a Manchester United football shirt). She was clearly impressed by my subsequent efforts to convert her away from the 'dark side'.

Our relationship grew after this first meeting, and even my rusty old car didn't put her off. Just over a year later, on her birthday, I proposed after a meal and she accepted without laughing at me or demanding a pre-paid deposit! We've had our fair share of romantic moments since then, including visits to places such as Venice.

Eventually, I ended up working on a Helpline receiving several hours of abuse each day. This helped expand my knowledge of the 'richer' aspects of our language. Lindsey persuaded me that to avoid doing this for ever, I should go to university. I agreed and we both applied.

My course in computer science has, at times, been boring, but at least it enabled me to get the skills to create this website. I am lucky to have come through it without becoming a geek, or giving my computer a name. I have just graduated with a first class degree, and I'm looking forward to eating a slightly healthier diet. I might even have some veg.

I have now begun an exciting (not) career in IT. This will give me the cash to buy life's essentials - beer, DVD's, computer games, etc.! OK, seriously, we'll do things as a married couple - and that's the most important thing.

Full name:
Lindsey Ann-Marie Meehan (nee Bradford)
Date of Birth:
15th September 1980
Starsign:
Virgo

Lindsey was born in Blackpool (booo!), but has always lived in Fleetwood. She is happy to live away from the town, but enjoys returning often to give her parents the challenge they miss.

She also went to Fleetwood High School, but not at the same time as me ('age gap' - oh dear). She did really well all through school, and unlike me, has some musical ability (though this does not extend to singing). She's had various part-time jobs, including a wonderful period working at KFC, when I got discounted chicken! Such things are vital in any relationship.

Lindsey will quite happily point out that I was not interested in her, the first couple of times we met - and she has never let me forget this. I am now forced to accompany her on shopping trips for the rest of my life as punishment. I am currently planning an appeal!

Over the years, we have made compromises that have enabled a happy coexistence. She has agreed to do the ironing, which I am genetically incapable of doing. In return, I fix things and deal with spiders and other insects. Needless to say though, the old 'toilet-seat' argument continues, as with most couples!

Lindsey is now studying on a teacher-training course at Liverpool Hope University. This gives her a chance to boss kids around, not just her husband! When she becomes a qualified teacher, I feel sorry for any child that disrupts her class. Bad idea kids!

The money she has earned (plus the student loan), has allowed her to enjoy her number one hobby - shopping. She now owns several hundred pairs of shoes and handbags (probably). With her degree, she will now have more money - oh boy! A future joint bank account is not a good idea and would lead to a rapid divorce!

Lindsey did a lot of the organising for the wedding. This was essential as my brain tended to switch off once I was satisfied that beer would be available and that the cake would contain obscene amounts of chocolate.