Monday, June 28, 2010

I have a SECRET to Share!!

The BF went on a family vacation last weekend to the High Sierras and visited Yosemite National Park (it's super beautiful there, a future blog will soon ensue).

Here we are taking some pictures in front of a lake with a beautiful backdrop...
I was looking around and thinking "Why is everyone in a straight line taking our pictures?"
Then the BF asked if everyone was ready, so assuming he meant ready for dinner I started to walk away and he grabbed my hand, pulled me back to him, and got down on one knee.
I was seriously, truly, and utterly SHOCKED!! The Fiance (formerly known as the BF) and I have talked plenty about getting married and our future together, but I figured we would be engaged next year after he graduates from school. I had no clue whatsoever that he had been planning this for so long!

Here's his side of the family, and my future in-laws after the proposal:
Here's pictures of the ring, which is exactly what I wanted and totally and completely me (thanks to a wish list one of my bff's had access too- thanks again girl!). I'm SO happy and can't wait to spend the rest of my life with the most wonderful man in the world!
I'm so thankful and completely exhiliarated with all of the excitement! Thank you to everyone for all of your support and love!

We're planning on having a simple, casual wedding early next year (sometime in May- July 2011). Any planning tips? Wedding tips? Marriage tips? Any referrals for the southern CA area? PLEASE comment/email me!

26 comments :

Anonymous said...

OMG congrats!!! That is a great story. Who can say that they have a play by play in pictures of your actual engagement? Not many people I would think. That's really awesome. Can't wait to read all about planning it.

Anonymous said...

OH EM GEE!!! CONGRATULATIONS! the ring is so gorgeous! and you looked super cute in your jorts ;)

i spent my weekend almost going to jail and you spent yours getting engaged. hahaha. i didn't go to jail at least...just got a ticket. ridiculous. i haven't decided if i'm going to post about the mayhem or not. i probably will. after i tell my sister...since she reads my blog. yikes!

congrats again! i can't wait to see all your wedding inspiration posts!

VP said...

YAY! Your ring is perfect!

Coley said...

That's amazing! Congratulations!!!My best wedding planning tip is focus on what you and your future hubby really want for your day. For us it was great food, great music and everyone to enjoy themselves.

As for marriage tips, I've only been married a few years, but I recommend always learning more about each other and continue to give love and support, regardless of the situation!

Jessica said...

Congrats!! I am so happy for your both. How great that you have pictures of the whole thing, with that pretty back drop! I LOVE your ring.

vnssa906 said...

many congrats! he picked the perfect moment :) and that ring? GORGEOUS! enjoy it and flaunt it :) lol

xoxo, Vanessa

Jaclyn said...

So happy for you!!

Trish {Pink Preppy Lilly Lover} said...

Yippeeeeeee!!!! Can you hear me squealing happies over here?! Love the pictures honey, and your ring is amazing, he did so well! Here's to a million happy moments from here until happily ever after!! xoxox Cheers beautiful!

J @ The Look 4 Less said...

Congrats!!! What a beautiful ring too. :)

Ashley J said...

Awe, congrats girl!!!! I wish someone had taken pictures of my hubbie proposing to me because I would love to have those pictures that captured the moment! I got married in November 2009 so if you have any questions please ask me! Good luck:)

http://www.afashionfixation.blogspot.com/

Kerr said...

AHHHH!!!! so exciting!! congrats!!! that ring is ah-mazing. you are one lucky gal!

J. said...

CONGRATSS!!! What a gorgeous way to get engaged! That backdrop is stunning and that ring is even more stunningg!!

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Lyndsy said...

Yay Yay Yay Yay! Congratulations!! What exciting news and I am so happy for the two of you! The ring is seriously stunning and I love that he did it with friends and family around. How special and amazing! Woo-hoo for you two! I highly recommend Natalie Moser if you are looking for a photographer! She is incredibly talented and wonderful! Happy Planning!

Carrie said...

Congratulations! The ring is GORGEOUS! Happy planning!

Ryan said...

What a cute couple you two make! That is such a beautiful backdrop AND ring!! Hope you two have a wonderful engagment and marriage. The only advice I have is...don't register at Target (they don't let you return). So happy for you!

KP said...

Congratulations!!! How exciting. :-)

Veronika said...

wow your ring is gorgeous! congratulations :) very happy for you!

Heather said...

GIRL!!!! I'm so excited for you! I did a whole series called Wedding Wenesday on our blog on how to save money on your wedding. I hope it helps! As a newlywed (it will be 2 years in September!) I can't tell you how much I LOVE being married. It truly is wonderful. BEST!
Heather @ www.savingmoneylivinglife.com
PS Love the ring!

Tiffany said...

AWWW! How cute! Love the ring! Congrats!

Nado Queenie said...

YAY! YAY! YAY!!!!! CONGRATS! BEAUTIFUL RING & BEAUTIFUL COUPLE! Let me know if you need any help planning! I love doing all that stuff! Again, so happy for you & your man!

Frances @ It's Sew My Style said...

Congrats! What amazing news! I wish you a very long and happy marriage :)

Unknown said...

OH MY GOODNESS! a huge and heartfelt congratulations from me. the ring is gorgeous — let the wedding planning begin!

Day Old News said...

WTH I totally missed this! A huge congrats and I adore talking weddings!

Anonymous said...

I'm super special and completely missed this post...but finally (after your e-mail) I came back to it!!! Your bling is bangin'! CONGRATS WOMAN!!!! :o)

Michelle said...

I'm so glad you shared this link! I'm happy to have read your engagement story! You two are a beautiful couple! I can't wait to see pictures from your wedding! <3

. said...

I LOVE that you have your engagement captured, step by step. It's so precious and definitely a great keepsake to have framed! Congrats on the wedding btw. You were the most stunning bride sweetie xx