With a 45-year age gap between them, Stefani and Don are no strangers to curious glances when they step out as a family with their two-year-old son, Lachlan. At just 25, Stefani is often mistaken for Don’s daughter—understandable, as her husband is 70, the same age her late father would have been. Yet, what began as an unlikely match in Armstrong, British Columbia, has blossomed into a five-year relationship, a year-and-a-half marriage, and a home filled with love and laughter.

Their journey hasn’t been without challenges. When Stefani first introduced Don to her family, concerns naturally arose. Could a man so much older truly offer her a stable future? How long would he be around for his wife and child? These were difficult questions, layered over the judgment they already faced from strangers.

But love, as Stefani and Don have proven, has its own way of winning hearts. Over time, her family witnessed not just Don’s devotion but the genuine bond the couple shared. Now, their focus is on cherishing the present—whether it’s story time with Lachlan or quiet walks together—while planning thoughtfully for tomorrow. For them, the measure of love isn’t in years but in the depth of connection they’ve built.