Tuesday, September 04, 2007

We're getting married!!!!!!


This past weekend Gary proposed to me during our two day trip to Boston. We couldn't be happier. As we were sharing an ice cream cone Gary told me to make sure I don't "bite it". Then, he said, "Go ahead and finish until you get to the cone and then I want a bite". Right before I got to the cone I saw IN the ice cream a ring. :) :) :) I guess this was last minute planning on his part. We had just taken a boat ride to tour Boston and he saw the ice cream place while we were boarding. He's so sweet! :) I don't remember what happened to the ice cream after that ... I just remember him getting on his knee and asking me if I'd marry him.

When we got home and told Lucas he seemed to totally get it. He wanted to know if he could come to the wedding too. I am so happy we can all be a family now. I can't wait!!!

Here we are at 4:00 am at the airport.











Our first meal at Boston. I was starving! He ordered pigs n a blanket and I got potato skins. Not very Boston ... but, darn good!





















This is us just before boarding the boat. His mind must have been perculating the idea.







Us on the boat ... it went from cold to hot from hot to cold ... Glad I got the sweatshirt while I was there.






















I thought the view was beautiful. Boston is such a neat city. The history was incredible. The buildings, cemeteries, etc. Very cool.
















This is us right after his proposal. As you can see it was a bit windy. I couldn't stop smiling and laughing for the rest of the day ...







These were street dancers that performed both nights we were there. This guy jumped over all these people. One kid was a volunteer from the audience. I don't think I would let Lucas volunteer for that. But, it was very cool and entertaining.

























This is at the hotel during the wine reception. Each night they had an hour long wine reception. Kind of fun thing to do before dinner. But, I need to be cut off at 2 glasses! :)




Poor Gary got blisters and walked around like a hill billy until we found a CVS. It was pretty funny.












They had such neat buidlings ... I won't bore you with all the scenic photos.























This was at a Farmer's Market. They had in the cement mushrooms, pizza, berries ... It was crazy there.
















































Another 4 a.m. shot. Not quite as awake going home.

6 comments:

Anonymous said...

What?! I can't believe I found out on your blog rather than from my mom! So when's the big date? I'm so excited for you guys. Congrats!

the mama said...

Oh my gosh Val!!! :) I'm soooo happy for you guys!! I bet Lucas is so excited too! I LOVE Boston by the way...went there about 12 years ago and I would LOVE to get John to go back with me sometime. Looks like you guys had a lot of fun (other than the obvious engagement thing haha)! :) How totally SWEET that he put it in the ice cream!! haha Too cute!! So when when when??!! :) Congrats to all THREE of you!!!

thequeenwhomustbeobeyed said...

I don't know who I am happier for you, Luke or Gary. But I am happy...

Anonymous said...

CONGRATULATIONS!! Loved the photos, haven't been to Boston, but would love to go now that I've seen the pics! Way to go, Gary!!!
Are you guys having butterflies and fireworks????

Cupcake Diva said...

We are so happy and excited for you guys! We're so glad Gary is joining the family. :)

Anonymous said...

Congrats Val! You will be a beautiful Bride!!!! I am so happy for you ! Elizabeth always keeps me informed!!!! Let me know where you are registered!