for over nine years. Maggie was the first person I had ever taken
to a company Christmas party. We had a great time. That night we
had our first kiss. It was the best kiss I have ever had.
Sometime before Christmas we decided to plan a Spring break
trip to Oklahoma. It was my first chance to meet her Dad
and two brothers. We were both really excited.
This year Maggie and I had a "special" Valentine's day. We
celebrated on February 13 (Maggie had a church program
on the 14). That morning I brought flowers to her classroom. Her
kids weren't exactly sure why this "guy" was bringing teacher flowers
during class. It was kind of fun for me. Kids whispering
"That's teachers
boyfriend".
That evening, I picked her up and we had
dinner at the same place
we had our first date (Spaghettini Italian Grill). I gave her a "nice"
pair of diamond earrings (53 ct total wt). She gave me the sweetest
card I have ever received and a "BIG" chocolate kiss. I told her all
I wanted was a card and a kiss. She is so funny.
On Valentine's day, I stopped by her classroom and dropped off a
"Big" (2 X 3') card and box of candy. It was a great day for
both of us.
The Proposal:
During our trip to Oklahoma - I asked Maggie to marry me. At
first she said "Yep", but later she said "Yes, she would be happy to
be my wife". I asked her the question on the front porch of the house she
grew up in (Tulsa, OK) on April 11, 2001. It was a cold windy night at
about 10 pm. I had just asked her father's blessing
about a half an hour before. She was a "little" suprised.
The Ring:
She really liked the ring : 14 kt Ladies wedding set with side
stones round brillant cut diamonds 1.01 carat in channel setting.
Round diamond center stone total weight 0.78 carats. Clarity VVS2,
G color. I bought it by myself. As far as I can tell, I did a "Great" job.