Engagement Stories - Love Them!

There are so many "love stories" ... and I enjoy hearing every one of them (which is a very good thing considering my choice of vocation!)

Meet Nate and JoAnn.  They will wed in September at The Sanctuary at Admiral.  When I asked about their engagement, here's what JoAnn said:

We met eight years ago at work (a market research company).  We began working more together so we became friends and talked to each other throughout almost all of the shift. I tell him the thing that really drew me to him was how comfortable he made me feel when we would talk. I could be myself and not worry what he was thinking or whatever. Eventually we went on a date and then the rest is history, I guess you could say :)

Our engagement! I love this story :) One day, Nate and I decided to go to Coulon Park (it's a park in Renton) to watch the sunset. Honestly, it wasn't out the norm to me because we've done that so many times in the past.  I would bring my camera to take pictures so it was always good practice for me. 

We like going there because we had our first kiss there and it's a nice park too. That night, when we got there, we had to wait for "our spot" to open up.  I didn't know why he wanted to wait so badly because this was in February, so it was cold (haha). 

Finally, the people leave and our spot opens up.  We sit down and we face the sunset. 

Our conversation is as follows:

Nate: Will you sit here with me, 50 years from now to watch the sunset?

Me: 50? Why not 49 years, or 60 years? (lol, we joke around like that normally so that's why I said that)

Nate: I might not live that long...

Me: Oh... Well of course I will!

Nate: But we'd have to be married first.

Me: Yeah, we do.

Nate: And we'd have to be engaged first.

Me: Yeah, that would help.

At this point he gets down on one knee.  In my head, all I can think is 'He's TOTALLY joking!' 

He sticks his hand in his pocket, and I'm still thinking he's joking, but then he brings out the box, shows me the ring and proposes! :)

This is a good proposal story, isn't it!  

If you would like to share your engagement story, send it along with your photo or photos to me at ahc@aheavenlyceremony.com.  And for information about creating a wedding ceremony as unique as your engagement, call us at 206.789.9788 or through our website:  www.aheavenlyceremony.com.

8 Days to Vote for Best Officiant in the King 5 Poll and Marriage Tip of the Day

Kent and I participated in the open house at The Sanctuary on Admiral.  I was feeling a bit under the weather before we left (nothing serious  --  no worries).  But the thought of not going was too sad!!  We always have such a good time.  Davi Sobotta, the Venue Manager, makes things fun!


On arrival, we were stunned by The Flower Lab's visual treat of fall foliage.  Wow!! 

Then we were greeted by the sound of live music.  There were two bands.  Gertrude's Hearse played upstairs. 




Here's a review from The Stranger on them.  

"Gertrude’s Hearse is a band hailing from Skagit Valley, Washington. The band consists of Raymond John, Yusuf Kilgore, Matt Clausen, Keith Stone, Tim Daniels and numerous special guest musicians. In just a five year period, they have built an outstanding repertoire of music ranging from folk, country, and rock, to bluegrass, R&B, and punk. No one else has their style, their energy, or their theme. Gertrude’s Hearse has the flexibility and versatility to perform with some or all of its members, catering readily to the more intimate as an acoustic-style duo/trio or elaborate with an all-out rock & roll 7+ piece grandstand-style band."  

Their tag line is "++rock n' roll undertakers putting the fun back in FUNeral."  I think there is a theme emerging.

Meanwhile, Rob and Friends performed in the Speakeasy.  (Sorry, no review here except I really enjoyed listening to and singing along with them -- it's ok, we were encouraged to join in.)  It was a lot of fun.

The live music really made the event.  And when you couple that with some the best caterers in Seattle (Foodz, Herban Feast, Portage Bay Cafe, Ravishing Radish and Skillet) plus High 5 Pies and cakes by Baked, I was feeling great.

Katie and Joshua Studios provided cinematography, Blue Door Foto was also there, along with Fun Frames Photo Booth.  Grand Event provided the rentals and linens. 

When Kent and I were talking about the topic for the Marriage Tip for the Day, Kent suggested "relax and enjoy."  So that's it.  There is so much happiness around us and when Kent and I open ourselves to relaxation, we have a good time!   Thank you, Davi, and thank you, everyone, who made tonight great fun!

Oh, it certainly would make our day even more enjoyable if you sashayed over to the King 5 website and cast a vote for your very favorite wedding officiants.  Just click here!  Many thanks.