Born in ’96
This Mel Gibson epic about Scottish freedom won Best Picture at the 68th Academy Awards in March 1996.
What is Braveheart?
Shelby was a proud member of Alpha Omicron Pi, a sorority whose official mascot is this bamboo-loving animal.
What is a panda?
On warm neighborhood evenings in Bowling Green, Shelby and her friends stayed out past dark playing this classic outdoor game that combines hide-and-seek with handheld beams of light.
What is flashlight tag?
Shelby currently keeps things running for the residents of this medical specialty at University of Kentucky HealthCare.
What is Orthopedics?
Proving her mastery of classic fiber arts, Shelby enjoys unwinding with this meticulous craft involving a canvas and colorful yarn.
What is needlepoint?
Gamers lined up in Japan on June 23, 1996, for the release of this iconic 64-bit console that revolutionized 3D gaming.
What is the Nintendo 64?
For a Halloween date party through her sorority with the theme "Hunt or Be Hunted," Shelby chose to dress up as this iconic yellow, electric-type Pokémon.
Who is Pikachu?
Proving her athletic side in school, Shelby hit the court to bump, set, and spike as a player in this popular team sport.
What is volleyball?
During the summers between high school and college, Shelby brought style to the mall by working at this famous teen fashion retailer (formerly known as Limited Too).
What is Justice?
Long before we got married, Shelby and I shared the stage in a production of the musical version of this classic fairytale, in a scene where I had to pretend I didn't enjoy dancing with her.
What is Cinderella?
Before it was reclassified in 2006, this celestial body had its surface mapped for the first time by Hubble images released in March 1996.
What is Pluto?
Shelby hit the road in September 2017 to catch this Grammy-winning British singer-songwriter live in concert on his massive ÷ (Divide) Tour.
Who is Ed Sheeran?
Long before Pippin appeared in her life, Shelby grew up loving and caring for this cherished childhood family dog, who shares a name with a famous red gemstone.
Who is Jasper?
While working for UK Graduate and Family Student Housing, Shelby’s job duties unexpectedly included herding and wrangling these aggressive, loud birds.
What are geese?
After her beloved first car "Flo" was wrecked, Shelby upgraded to a White 2009 Honda Accord affectionately named this.
What is Pearl?
According to lexicographers at Merriam-Webster, this three-letter acronym for a digital device used to record TV shows appeared in print for the first time in 1996.
What is DVR?
Proving her absolute dedication to charity, Shelby powered through UK’s famous 24-hour DanceBlue marathon while nursing this common foot and joint injury.
What is a sprained ankle?
Never stepping out onto the field due to her back, Shelby showcased her musical talent right at the front of the marching band by playing in this specific stationary section.
What is the pit (or front ensemble)?
Standing at her stature, Walt Disney World theme park audition guides match Shelby’s exact height range to suit up as this gloomily beloved, drop-tailed character, who also happens to be one of Shelby's favorites.
Who is Eeyore?
Though heard less often today, Shelby’s cousin Hunter frequently calls her by this classic childhood nickname.
What is Bert?
By the end of 1996, the internet reached roughly 100,000 websites, with top traffic driven by Infoseek, Yahoo!, and this massive online provider.
What is AOL (America Online)?
Shelby originally began her UK academic journey studying this creative field before ultimately switching gears and earning her degree in English.
What is Vocal Performance?
Showing off her love for history and storytelling from a young age, Shelby collected these popular 18-inch historic dolls that feature characters like Samantha, Kirsten, and Molly.
What are American Girl Dolls?
When working in Bowling Green, Shelby suited up as "Axel," an energetic furry mascot for the Bowling Green Hot Rods baseball team, who is this type of animal.
What is a bear?
Shelby visited "The Most Magical Place on Earth" at least once a year for this many consecutive years, a tradition paused only due to Addison's birth.
What is Seven?