These past few weeks have been so busy and fun that I'm just now getting to this blog post. But yes - soon I'll be Mrs. Schmitt!
The love of my life proposed to me on May 19 - where we had our first date one year ago. I had absolutely no idea it was coming - it was the biggest, yet sweetest surprise of my life.
As far as I knew, that Saturday evening, we would celebrate our one year. I knew it would be special, I just didn't know how special! It's funny how everything works out though. I woke up that morning and had great kids at the gym. Everything went quite smoothly. That doesn't usually happen when you're teaching 3, 4 and 5 year-olds gymnastics. I went to my parents' house for lunch afterwards and nothing seemed out of the ordinary there. Had a nice visit and then ran to the mall to see if I could find something to wear for our one-year. Tried on a few things, but decided I didn't like anything more than what I already had. I finally got home and got ready and nothing was going wrong. Usually by the time Saturday evenings roll around, I'm stressed and frustrated from sorting through a closet of clothes and feeling like I have nothing to wear, dealing with my hair that never wants to do what it's supposed to and more or less feeling rushed and tired by the time my lovely date shows up. This Saturday was different - everything just fell into place perfectly.
Dave picked me up that evening for our anniversary bringing me two dozen roses - red and white. Then it was off to Coup de Tartes (if you haven't been, you NEED to go). He gave me a special little gift when we first got there, plus brought a great bottle of red for the evening. Then we ordered a few appetizers and an entree. It was delish as always and I ate pretty much every bit. Dave had seemed a little anxious when our entrees took awhile to be brought out, but I didn't think anything of it. Then, just before dessert came, he read the card I got him, and then, through some tears, started telling me all his thoughts and feelings. Not knowing it was leading to a proposal and seeing him so emotional, I interrupted telling him about how I felt about us. Then he continued and next think I knew, he said "that's why I have a question to ask you." And that's when complete shock took over for me. I finally realized what was happening, but I couldn't quite believe it. He got on one knee, held out the ring and asked me to marry him. Such an amazing and unforgettable moment. I was pretty much speechless after saying "yes" - so basically I just kept kissing him afterwards. People probably thought we were crazy.
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~ at coup de tartes after the proposal ~
~ outside the restaurant. ~
We left around 9pm and called his mom and mine (although she already knew since he had asked my dad for permission) on our way back to his house - where I thought we were going. But next thing I knew, were were in front of the Montalucia. He had said he got a room for the weekend and that we should go get a drink at the bar. I was soooo happy and surprised - again! As we're walking towards the bar, I see my mom and good friend Michelle standing out front! Then more and more people start coming up to us - my friends, his friends, both our families! It was the sweetest, most amazing moment to see 25 of our closest friends and family and having them there to celebrate with us. A little champagne and being around those that love us most was the perfect nightcap for a day that will never be forgotten.
Sunday was full of relaxation and pure bliss. A perfect breakfast on our patio and then a sun-filled day at the resort pool with great food, drinks and complete happiness. Definitely a weekend I never expected and never wanted to end.
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