Okay, so I got really good at being consistent with posting on my blog…and then I disappeared again last week. There was a VERY good reason for this, however, and I’ve been looking forward to telling y’all about it! So, what’s the exciting news??
Yes! I am! And it’s a really fun and special proposal story….or, at least I thought so. (And I guess that’s whats important. If you care to hear the story, keep reading to find out how he did it… 🙂
He flew in and surprised me. I had no idea that he was coming into town! (For those of you who missed my courtship announcement post, my boyfriend is in the military and had to move across the country a few months ago.) So we had talked the night before and everything sounded normal – I didn’t suspect a thing.
The next day – August 10th – my older brother left to have lunch with an old friend that was passing through town on his way somewhere. I had known this for a while, and so thought nothing of it when they told me that he was going to have the friend stop by the house to meet the family before continuing on his way.
So, since somebody was coming over, I got semi-ready and presentable (because I figured, why get all prettied up when my boyfriend was two thousand miles away, right? :-P) and continued on with dinner preparations like normal.
As we were just finishing up with dinner, Aaron got home. My chair at the table was facing away from the door and so when my brother said, “Hey Mom, come meet Adam.” I turned around and was SHOCKED to see Dan walk into the room.
He walked up to me and immediately got down on one knee and proposed to me. 🙂 It was the most AMAZING moment ever and one that I couldn’t believe was happening at that moment. Of course I said “YES!!” and my joy continued to rise when he said that he was staying for a whole week!
He left yesterday (Saturday) and while I miss him like crazy, it feels AMAZING to be engaged to marry this guy! Having his ring on my finger is an awesome reminder that, while he’s not at my side yet, there’s going to be a day in the near future (spring/summer of 2014) when he won’t leave me anymore. 🙂
So, yeah, that is why I didn’t post this past week. I was soaking up every moment I had with my fiance! I plan to continue on with my usual schedule/posts from now on. 🙂
Crystal says
Congratulations, Katie!!! Oh my goodness I'm so happy for you!
Brooke says
Congratulations!!! That IS wonderful news … and a great reason not to post last week. 🙂 ENJOY this time as an engaged couple!!
Rissi says
Katie, m'dear! Congrats! So happy for you and Dan – anything you want to share about wedding plans, know we'll love hearing. 🙂
Alicia says
Congratulations Katie. May The Lord bless this new chapter in your life. With Jesus' help you'll be a wonderful helpmate to your husband. Blessings!
Abbi Hart says
Oh my goodness! Congrats!!!!!!!! That is so awesome!
Tiffany Jane says
congrats!!!!!!
Wendy Newcomb says
Congratulations! ! !
Rachelle Rea says
Aw, I'm teary-eyed!! Congratulations!
Analiese says
Aw, I am so excited for you!!! God bless you as you flip to this new page in your life. 🙂
Susan F. says
Congratulations to both of you. This is a very exciting time in your life. The wedding plans will begin and anticipation will reign. Remember to plan for a God-blessed marriage along with a wedding.
I think your brother is pretty special for helping Dan. Great story.
Pam K. says
Thanks for sharing this wonderful news with us. I know it's hard to be separated from Dan, but since he is in the military, this will help prepare you for times he has to be gone for military service. I do hope you have a wonderful life together.
Casey says
Oh man, I just might start crying right here! I LOVE, LOVE that he proposed to you in your home, in front of your family. That's one special guy you have there, Katie!! Oh *heart sigh* that is so beautiful!! CONGRATULATIONS!!
4readin says
Oh. My. Goodness. That is so exciting! Congratulations! My God bless you two as you move forward. Thank you for sharing with us and posting pictures!
By the way, I love your engagement pictures. You look lovely and you guys look so excited and content to be together. Congrats!
Katie McCurdy says
Crystal – Thank you!
Brooke – Yes, it did make me forget all else while he was here 🙂
Rissi – Aww, thanks! I do plan to start posting about it now that I will soon be delving into all the madness that surrounds wedding planning. I won't be getting too serious at planning until I'm out of school, in December. 🙂
Alicia – Thank you! Yes, that is my prayer!
Abbi – Thanks, girl!!
Tiffany – Thank you!
Katie McCurdy says
Wendy – Thanks!
Rachelle – Aww, thanks girl!
Analiese – Thank you, I am very excited about it!
Susan – Thank you for the reminder! Our prayer is to keep God at the center of our marriage and plan a wedding that will honor our parents. 🙂
Pam – Yes, very true, and that is a very real part of the job that I will have to get used to after marriage. Good point!
Casey – Yeah, he is pretty special! If I ever make a comment of something I prefer or like, I am sure to find that he took note and made sure I got my preference. He's amazing! Thanks!
4readin – Thanks! Yes, I knew I had to share. It's been fun keeping y'all up to date! 🙂 I can't wait to find out what the future holds.. 🙂
Kaity Jane says
Katy(Gabi 😉 ),
Congratulations!
Dan is a dear and you two are so adorable and sweet together. I was so happy I got the chance to meet him, and look forward to (hopefully) many more times of hanging out with y'all. I pray this year goes by fast for y'all and that God would bless your relationship, now and in the future. SO happy for and proud of you my dear Lady Katy!!! You've become such a beautiful and wonderful woman and friend. Looking forward to many more years of friendship with you. 🙂
– Kait
Katie McCurdy says
Kait (Lia) – Yeah, I'm glad you were able to meet him, too. He is incredibly sweet and I am so blessed to have him in my life! 😀
Aww, thanks girl! I look forward to meeting up with you next time you're in town. And doing an engagement photo shoot with you. That'll be lots of fun! Can't wait! 😀