Monday, January 3, 2011

Apple of my eye, acorn of my tree

Yesterday, I had the best day of my life.  Patrick and I decided to meet up for a breakfast date at our favorite place, somewhere we've been going since we were in high school- Beckett's.  He showed up to pick me up with the most beautiful flowers!

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While we had the camera out, I had to show off my new Frye boots Patrick got my for Christmas. Am I the luckiest girl ever, or what??

We enjoyed our favorite, eggs benedict, and let me tell you.. it was the best eggs benedict I've ever had.
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After breakfast, it was POURING rain! We put on some good tunes and headed out. Patrick told me he was taking me to a secret location and I was blindfolded! I've never been blindfolded before and it was a little nerve-wrecking, considering I'm a control freak. It was funny though, I knew exactly what part of Norfolk we were in (on the interstate, there are these bumps on a particular exit, and I take that exit everyday to school), but had no idea where he could be taking me.

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Once we were parked, he led me out of the car into the "secret location." He said he was looking for the perfect spot in the "secret location" and finally took the blindfold off. When I opened my eyes, we were in a little cozy bookstore that I had never been to! He then gave the most beautiful speech, and reached out for a book on the bookshelf.  He had created a book, entirely from scratch (yes, including the binding).. "The ABC's of PBJ." For those of you who don't know, our cutesy couples nickname is PBJ (Patrick and Brittany Jerome) after discovering on "The Office" Pam Beasely and Jim had the same nickname.  The book was a collection of poems, alliterating each letter, a-z, incorporating inside jokes, memories, and the most heartfelt words I've ever read in my life. By this point, I was crying so hard that the words were blurring and I just saw the outline of Patrick on one knee, holding out a ring. I lost it and once he said those magical words, it took me a minute to compose myself enough to say yes!

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 After we were officially an engaged couple, we couldn't contain the excitement and were eager to share the news with family.  Luckily, my dad's entire side of the family was gathering that night for a late Christmas celebration.  It warmed my heart to see everyone so happy for us.

I should probably explain one thing. The engagement wasn't really a huge surprise, although the way he proposed certainly was! In fact.. back in April, I picked out my ring! Remember this post? That's the day I found it! It was at my favorite vintage shop and I knew from the second I saw it that it was my ring. We had been talking marriage for a couple of months so naturally I decided to see what was on the market. The ring never even needed resizing! It's circa 1930s sapphire with diamonds on the side.

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Oh yeah, and did I mention that we've already began planning.. as in several months ago? Thus, why things have been so quiet on the blog! I am so pleased to say that we will be getting married November 5, 2011! We have our photographer, videographer, officiant, and I *think* I've found my dress! I'm so excited to share all of this with you, and if you read this entire post.. kudos! I will be sharing this journey with you guys and I've been toying with the idea of starting a little wedding blog to post my inspiration.. perhaps a Tumblr? Let me know what you think!

29 comments:

  1. congrats! i am so excited for you and i'd LOVE to see what you're planning!

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  2. Ahhhh! I so knew it. Already tweeted to you but I had to leave a blog comment too. CONGRATS! I can't wait to see/hear all about it. So happy for you. I've never had a close friend get engaged before so I feel like you are the first! Yay yay yaaaaaay!

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  3. I had tears in my eyes when I read this! Congratulations to you guys. That was probably the most well thought out proposal I've ever heard of. You two are so lucky to have one another:)

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  4. You made me all teary eyed again. I love you both and wish you much happiness always.
    Grandma

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  5. When I finished reading this amazing post the smile on my face was huge, I clapped my hands, and then pumped a fist in the air. Go team Brittany and Patrick! Wow, I am so happy for you I cannot come up with anything original to say. You two are a living inspiration of what true romance can be.

    Your ring is beautiful and unique and I'm sure your wedding will be as well.

    (ps I noticed on your twitter that you said you can't get your Frye's off sometimes. I've had mine for 2 years now and they still need some prying off my feet hehe)

    CONGRATS AGAIN!

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  6. Congrats, how exciting!!! What a romantic way to propose, you are a very lucky girl :)

    ~Nicole
    http://employedpanache.blogspot.com

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  7. Oh, Yay!! congrats, lady. What an adorable and thoughtful proposal. I know we've talked about it before, but marriage is just the best when you're marrying your best friend. Good luck with all the planning!

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  8. this is so sweet and amazing! the ring is beautiful, too. i can't wait to see what you're planning for this wedding. it'll be great!


    xx elanor

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  9. oh my goodness! I Just got SOOO excited..when I started reading the post with the flowers, I knew what was coming..I was wondering what was taking Patrick so long!! hehe. I am SO happy for you two, congrats x 1000!! That ring is seriously stunning Brittany and suits you so well. Oh my goodness, I cant wait to see more pictures!! Good luck with everything love bug leading up to the wedding..EEP! xx

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  10. So I just sent you an e-mail about this but I'm commenting anyone. AAAAAAAAAAH THIS IS SO EXCITING! You and Patrick are going to make such a great husband and wife (oooooh, is it weird to hear/read those words yet? hehe)!

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  11. YAYYYYY! What a romantic proposal!!! I can't wait to see the ring (tomorrow). Congratulations and Best Wishes, Brittany and Patrick!

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  12. oh yay!!! congratulations! i knew exactly what was going to happen when you said it was the best day of your life, but my heart still swelled when you said that he proposed--how incredibly thoughtful and original that proposal was!!!

    your ring is gorgeous and you will be a beautiful bride--can't wait to see all of your wedding details up on the blog :)

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  13. omg i envy u! that is great! congrats! u look like a perfect couple and im seeing u for the first time now, first time on ur blog!

    www.jollburrfashion.blogspot.com

    following u now!:) xo, Joll

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  14. <3 from our family!!! Eileen, Cory, Courtney & Marianne wherever she is!!

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  15. Brittany Jerome, I am in tears right now.
    This is the most romantic, sweet thing I have ever heard of a boy doing. You and Patrick are beyond perfect for each other and I'm pretty sure everyone in the world knows it. Congratulations!
    I love both of you and wish you all the best!

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  16. congrats! This is all so completely adorable. And that ring is beautiful! I love that you went with a gorgeous vintage ring.

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  17. Congratulatons!!! This is the cutest proposal story ever!!! And your ring is amazing :)

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  18. congratulations! your fiance is so sweet and the ring is gorgeous :) x

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  19. Oh my gosh this is the sweetest story everrrr:) And I'm in love with your ring! I like how unique but still classic it is. Plain old diamond rings can get so stereotypical!! You guys are so cute. I'm new to your blog, but I'm really really happy for you:)

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  20. Congrats!! I'd love to see your inspiration, I started using my tumblr for a inspiration safekeeping for my upcoming nuptials :)

    Huggles,
    Lauren

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  21. congratulations! your ring is soooo beautiful! and that proposal story is tooo sweet! what a great guy!

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  22. Congratulations! the ring is beautiful! :)

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  23. OHMYGOODNESS happy engagement! That was the sweetest thing I've ever heard. I started tearing up a little! PS- that ring is perfection. Its so beautiful and unique.

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  24. congrats! the ring is fabulous, and came with such a sweet proposal.

    rockoomph.blogspot.com

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  25. Congrats!!! You should totally start a wedding blog! :)

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  26. Congratulations! I found this blog from therusticbride's tumblr. I love your wedding tumblr, and I just wanted to say that I love your ring! It's absolutely gorgeous. Again, congrats :]

    -daniellephant.tumblr.com
    (http://www.loveforweddings.tumblr.com)

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