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A Wintery Wonderful Proposal…
After the big snowfall in Vancouver in December 2008, Karlo and I decided to go to the park and play in the snow. I’ve always loved the snow and being in that park, making snowballs and snow angels, made me feel like a little kid again; I was so happy just to be there. When Karlo suggested that we build a giant snowman, I was skeptical, because the snow was too powdery and wouldn’t stick well enough to build a good one. But Karlo was insistent, so we tried… and tried…and tried. Finally after about an hour of trying, we had only produced a teeny tiny snowman that stood about two feet tall. Not wanting to leave the adorable little guy behind, we picked him up and brought him back to our place with us. We set him in front of our front door and went back inside.
The next day was Christmas Eve. We had plans to go to my mom’s house (about 20 kms away) for Christmas Eve dinner, but our car was snowed in and the roads were pretty bad. I was in a terrible mood, for fear that we wouldn’t be able to be with my family for the holidays. But Karlo insisted that we bundle up, pack up all our gifts and make the trek out to the car and on to my mom’s house. I agreed hesitantly, and couldn’t understand why he was so insistent that we venture out into the bad weather at that very moment.
When we got outside, I was walking behind Karlo and as we approached the gate, I noticed something small and red on the snowman. As I got closer, I saw that it was a small heart with writing on it. I put the bags full of presents down on the ground and got close enough to read the little heart and when I turned around, Karlo was down on one knee, ring out in front of us and he asked simply “Will you marry me?” I immediately began weeping and couldn’t answer, so I nodded my head vigorously and through the tears somehow blurted out “YES!” We stood there, in the snow, embracing and crying and I was happier than I have ever been. The road got very, very quiet, and as the snow fell down on us in that moment, I couldn’t help but feel like we were inside our own giant snowglobe. It was the best proposal ever.
That was over a year ago now, and I still get teary eyed when I think about that magical day. Like I said, I have ALWAYS loved snow, and in fact I always thought I’d get married in the wintertime, with the snow falling down outside. Instead, we got engaged in the snow and…are going to get married on a sunny beach in Jamaica! Ha! It’s the best of both worlds, if you ask me! In my upcoming posts, I’ll talk about the reasons we decided to have a destination wedding, as well as what planning was needed to make it happen. But for now, I’d like to ask you a question. Our wedding is going to be a beautiful, intimate affair, with just my Maid of Honour (my best friend Angela) and Karlo’s Honour Attendant (his “best man” is his best friend who is a girl) by our sides. If you were in our shoes, would you have the wedding party of two wear the same dress in the same colour, the same dress in different colours, or two completely different dresses in different colours? I’m eager to hear your thoughts!
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Love reading your stories! What about the same colour but different styles, or is that not an option?
Also like the idea of matching hair accessories!
I like the idea of having something slightly different – complementary colours in similar styles, but something common like a bracelet or a flower in the hair would look just lovely :) What a sweet proposal story too!
That’s such a beautiful story, so cute!
It might be nice if they had different styles of dress, but in the same color/pattern.
Definitely the best of both worlds, snow for engagement, nice weather for the wedding, I love snow too, so I completely agree on that one. :)
Loved reading your story Lara! Can’t wait to read the rest of your blogs.
Good Luck with all the details!
Aww, seriously, I love all you ladies! Thanks for all your comments =)
Cheryl, I LOVE that you just referenced Tevin Campbell. You rule! Side note: Remember the episode of Fresh Prince when he dated Ashley and sang happy birthday to her?! Classic!
Kris: the female barong is so awesome. I don’t have any idea why you’re opposed to wearing one? HAHA
Ang: what do you mean you feel like you shouldn’t vote because you’re one half of the wedding party? That’s exactly why you SHOULD vote! Can’t wait for fabric shopping with you two… As you know, I already have a crazy fabric obsession as it is, and this is just so much better of a reason to obsess :)
This story makes me giggle every time I hear it, so sweet and very you guys. I’m with Angela, I’ll wear whatever you want me to–except the female barong. I VETO the female barong. Actually, I take it back, I’ll wear one if Angela does ;)
On that note I love that matching accessories idea. Some other ideas from previous weddings: same dress style + same colour (but different shade), or same fabric + different dress style.
Can’t wait for fabric shopping!!
Love. Love. Love. it. all.
I like different-style dresses in matching fabric?
Matching/coordinating hair accessories sounds super cute!
love love LOVE this story, lady. i almost feel like i was there :)
on the dress topic, i feel as though i shouldn’t vote, seeing as how i’m 50% of the wedding party…but you know i’ll be happy with whatever you decide :P
I’d have them wear the same color but I think Karlo’s bestman/woman should be in pants or shorts with some kind of vest and pretty tie.
You can find matching outfits for women & men…like those matching ones couples wear in Hawaii…lol
Hi Lara!!
Even when I hear about your proposal it makes me teary-eyed! I think different colour dresses would be okay but maybe the same style?
Great post, Lara! I’ve heard this story before but reading it was so moving. It reminded me of that Tevin Campbell video for “I’m Ready”…*sigh*
As for your wedding party of two, I vote for different but complimentary dress colours with matching hair accessories.
Thanks, Heather and Judith! Yeah, I think we’re leaning towards different dresses, with the same flower in their hair and parasols…gotta keep them shaded from that hot Caribbean sun=) We’re going shopping for fabric next weekend (we’re having their dresses made)so hopefully we find something perfect!
What a beautiful engagement story. It did bring a tear to my eye reading it.
I don’t think the dresses have to match or even be the same colour. I think it would look nice to have a different look for each of them.
Awwwww!! How cute! I love the snowman. “I couldn’t help but feel like we were inside our own giant snowglobe..” – I LOVE THAT! I guess from now on every snow globe you see will make you grin from ear to ear.. perfect.
Hmmm.. I think even if they wore contrasting or complimenting colours it’d look beautiful. Similar styles would be great too but if they’re not identical, I think it would be fine. Regardless of colour and style, adding something that’s common (same bouquet, hair piece, accessory?) to both outfits would tie it all together nicely. In the end, your pictures are going to look amazing with Jamaica as the back drop.
Great post – I could picture both of you playing in the snow… fun times!