We met through mutual friends in Zimbabwe over 10 years ago. I always thought Andrew was 'really cool' and had a wicked sense of humour. We were thisclose to getting together but then - I left to go to University in Toronto. Over the next couple years we stayed in touch and would talk from time to time, through many marathon phone conversations he soon became my one of my closest confidantes and frequent advice giver during through all my relationships drama at the time (yep, let's just say there were alot of duds back in the day...) We'd talked about being together for a couple years, and then finally, after a fateful trip to visit him in New York, we actually were :). Together we moved to Colorado, which is where we got engaged. During this time we decided to make our home back in Toronto (where I was born) and so to do that I had to sponsor him to come over. So we did things the old fashioned way - we eloped, just the two of us in a small courthouse. Now that we are finally able to live in the same country, we can't wait to have a celebration with our friends and family and are having our wedding this August...
{ a couple minutes after Andrew proposed...}
11 comments:
You both look gorgeous! While, Shar does, and Andrew you look very handsome! Congrats, I cannot wait to celebrate with you! Love you
what a sweet story. i'm new to your blog but this is a great introduction!
Oh thank you! Can't wait to get to know you better, here and on your lovely blog as well :)
OMG - you guys are going to have the most gorgeous kids! I know that is personal but both of you are striking. What a lovely story. Ok, you're on my bloglist - once I can access it again.... Comcast and Yahoo are having issues... UGH!
Haha - thanks Paula! You're too cute!
That is a lovely story! I can relate to the whole love & visas thing. How great that you eloped and are getting married after ten years! I look forward to seeing all your stylish planning and inspiration.
Very happy the card arrived too! Can't wwait for yours to arrive too x
I feel funny saying this because I've only just found your blog. But I love your story. It's so sweet. Congratulations!
I am new to your blog but think it is fabulous!! Your story is marvelous and your and Andrew make a truly beautiful couple! I'm excited to follow your blog and learn more about you!
What a sweet & precious love story! So happy for the both of you!
I just discovered your blog & think it's totally FAB! Especially that we're fellow Torontonians! =)
What a gorgeous love story! I am new to this blog, but I am enjoying it. Hope you may enjoy mine as well.
I just read that honey. What a lovely story, really just simple and about love really. I am so glad you are happy. x.