(The very fist pic we took together)
We're getting married this weekend and I've wrote this post a few weeks ago and had it scheduled to post while we're preparing for the festivities. I wanted to share with my blog friends the story and pictures of the Fiance and I- the pictures are in sequence of when they were taken, but do not go along with the timing of the story. Some of you may already know how we met and got together, but I've never shared it on LLP. So here it is...Once upon a time....
(the very first time we held hands- after a Garth Brooks concert)
We first met in January of 2007 while working at Outback Steakhouse. He had worked there previously but had stopped while in a Fire Academy and came back after his graduation. We were both wearing our red-button down shirts and I was getting a take-out box for a customer and he was refilling a soda when our eyes met and we introduced ourselves. I knew at that exact moment he was special. We hung out that night and stayed up until 4am just talking. Then we hung out the next night and had our first kiss. We did a lot of "hanging out" but it never led anywhere.
(Our first trip together, to Vegas)
Both of us had just been through some rough break-ups a few months prior and we weren't really ready to be in another relationship. Things were pretty casual between us and we both continued to date other people. He was always my #1 and I'd quickly blow off the other guys I was dating whenever he beckoned. I just knew he was the one and I wasn't going to stand in my own way. Then he dated my friend instead. That is my sorority sister. Who was also one of our co-workers. It totally sucked. I cried for weeks. WEEKS! No one could believe it. I was dating so many people (my roomies often referred to them as "Tuesday", "Wednesday", "Thursday" and "Saturday" since those were the days I saw them) and didn't believe me when I said I really liked him and not just the chase. Everyone assumed I only liked him because I had to chase him and then would crush his heart once I had him. Only a few of my closest friends knew the truth.
(The night he made it "official" and asked me to be his girlfriend 03/15/08)
(First time celebrating our birthdays together)
(At his sister's wedding, where he told me he wanted us to have a future together)
That was November of 2007. Our relationship started slow, but it was steady. We talked/texted regularly, we saw each other weekly, and it grew into so much more. Not that it was easy, I was still hurt and didn't have any guys on the backburner in case this one fizzled. I prayed and prayed and just put everything out there. I made it clear to him (at a reasonable time, not right away) that if we weren't exclusive I was walking. We didn't need to be "official", but if he was dating other girls I would be long gone (albeit heartbroken). In March of 2008 he asked me to be his girlfiend while in Vegas for a friend's birthday. I was so so excited, I secretly texted all of my friends in the restroom to share the joy.
(at a friend's wedding)
(celebrating Easter together)
(celebrating my birthday, I did a Party Bus)
(at our first USC Game together)
(camping and dirt bike riding in SD)
(out with our friends)
...And they lived happily ever after!
In case you missed it, you can read our engagement story here.
...And they lived happily ever after!
This is my last week being Miss and on Saturday I'll be a Mrs. I'm so excited for our big day and the years ahead of us together. I'm so thankful to have found a partner in life to share all of life's moments with.
In case you missed it, you can read our engagement story here.
Such a good love story :) When it's meant to be it will be...
ReplyDeleteI loved reading your love story! You two are so cute together! I'm so happy for you!! I just went back and read your engagement story! I can't wait to hear about the wedding and honeymoon! Congratulations! XOXO!
ReplyDeleteThis was so exciting to read! And yall both worked at Outback!??! OMG Aussie Cheese Fries used to be my best friend (until Calorie King books disclosed the calories they had UGHH!!!...then I settled for half-sized portions).
ReplyDeleteIt is nice to see yall have overcome all the ups and downs throughout the years :-) You're such an adorable couple and will have such an amazing life together! I'm so excited for you and can't wait to read the wedding deets!
Hope u had a nice weekend!
What a great story!! Congrats on your big day coming up. =)
ReplyDeleteI recall the first time I met you & was told that you were "the one" can't wait to see the fairy tale ending on Saturday!
ReplyDeleteLove readi this! And I love that picture of you with the side bun!
ReplyDeleteI'm so happy for you and can't wait to see all your pics from the big day!
awe such a beautiful and sweet post!!! woo hoo for your last week as a MISS :) enjoy your week... anxiously awaiting the big day so i can see your gorgeous pics.
ReplyDeleteawe this is so sweet! i feel like weddings are EVERYWHERE right now, both in blog world and the real world! i want to do on a post on my wedding...again just to join in the festivities!
ReplyDeletehave a GREAT week and enjoy all the moments!!!
I love this!! Such a cute story! The best relationships never come easy do they?!
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute story! The best ones are always worth fighting for! Also, you looked absolutely stunning in every. single. picture! I can't wait to see your wedding post. Congrats to you guys and a happy forever after!
ReplyDeleteThis was written so thoughtfully and honestly! So great for a scrapbook too! Love it!
ReplyDeletethis is sooo sweet and I am so happy for you!!! enjoy every minute of this weekend!
ReplyDeleteSuch a cute love story! I love all the photos! :)
ReplyDeletesuch a cute story.... have a blast at the wedding and enjoy every minute of it!
ReplyDeleteAww that is such a sweet story! I can't wait to hear about your wedding and see pictures!
ReplyDeleteI love your story. Especially the part about the silent treatment! Who hasn't done that? :) You are so beautiful, the pictures were a lot of fun! I can't wait to see your wedding photos, enjoy your big day!! I wish I could be there to give you a huge hug and kiss.
ReplyDeleteHow exciting! Hope you'll also share your wedding day with us! XX
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute story! I am so excited for your wedding!
ReplyDeleteLuvs!
I'm so excited for you!! Have such a wonderful wedding!
ReplyDeleteSo cute! This is such an exciting time....live it up!
ReplyDeleteAww, thank you for sharing!! I love reading/hearing love stories. I am so excited to see all of the final wedding details. You are going to look absolutely stunning! x
ReplyDeleteAwww super cute! Im sooo jealous! lol
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HOW DID I MISS THIS!!!!!!!! I am all teary here at work! You too are absolutly stunning. The part that really got to me is teh working through and acepting our differences. Girl it will be the key to staying happy! I get oh so frustrated, but when i need to tell him how i feel I just calmly express what I am thinking, how it makes me feel and then ask his take on it - ie I'm a neat freak, he would live out of a laundry basket. WE have gotten to an arrangement that I clean and ask/instruct him what to clean next...so he doesn't have to guess or sit on couch while dust bunnies fly around him!
ReplyDeleteAnd secondly - your are stunning!!!
Awww I love this post! Gives me hope that I will one day find the perfect guy. You are going to be such a beautiful bride!
ReplyDeletexoxo
This was so cute! And you are gorgeous! Congrats!
ReplyDeleteThis is such a great love story and you can just tell that you were meant to be together. I wish you nothing but a life filled with love and happiness.
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to see the pics and hear all about your special day!
I love the pics that you shared. Super cute!
I'm a new follwer, hense why my post comes in mid-July lol! BUT I absolutely adore reading how you 2 met. I love a great love story <3 May you two have a life time of happiness and love!
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