Wednesday, June 30, 2010 was an exciting and surprising evening. Jacob and I came home from the gym, and we cooked dinner together. We made our delicious guacamole that we’ve worked hard to perfect. Later, I found out that as I was cutting the tomatoes, he slipped away to put the ring in his pocket. I had no idea and was just happy to be cooking dinner together. As we finished eating he began to tell me what a wonderful part of his life I am and how I make his life better. He used the words “you inspire me.” The next thing I knew he was down on his knee next to me. Of course, I said “yes,” and he slipped a diamond ring on my finger. It took me a few minutes to stop jumping up and down, and he played some guitar for me before we made phone calls to family and friends announce the news. I was eager to show off my new piece of jewelry, and we wanted to share the news with some friends in town. The next morning, I was able to visit some of my coworkers’ houses before the news went viral through Facebook, emails, and texts. His proposal was perfect-it was just so “us.”
This ring includes Kelley’s grandfather’s masonic diamond as well as her great-grandmother’s engagement diamond. The ring was designed by a family friend of Jacob’s. Kelley said, “The ring is absolutely amazing and so such a great reminder of the wonderful blessings I have, which are now two great family’s and a wonderful husband-to-be.”
Fave #2 (on the left)
Kelley & Jacob, thank you for bringing me out to Columbia, Mo. I truly enjoyed getting to know you through words, and then through actions. Enjoy the rest of your wedding planning!!!
