Friday night Steven helped me do the chores that we normally do on Saturday morning. He was telling me that we were going to do something on Saturday, but he wouldn't tell me what!
We got up Saturday morning and Steven went to the store, which we had forgotten to do, while I got ready for the day. When I was ready to do we got in the car and decided to go to our bakery to pick up our yummy fresh bread for the week. Steven treated me to a yummy fresh doughnut when we got there too. Then it was back in the car for our adventure!
We drove out to Hood River, because I had never been there before, and stopped at the Columbia River Gorge Motel (Hotel?). We went out to walk around the gardens and the waterfall behind the building. After watching some windsurfers for a bit, I sat down on a bench and Steven joined me. Then, before I knew it, he was on one knee with a gorgeous ring in his hand. How could I say no to that!?! After lots of hugs and kisses we went inside and had someone take our picture.
Then we got in the car and drove back home via the Old Highway. About halfway home we realized that all the cars in front of us were stopped and suddenly there were lots of people on the side of the road! We wondered what was going on and suddenly we turned to the right and there was an antique train, scheduled to arrive in Portland later that night, and train enthusiasts everywhere! I managed to get two pictures before we had to get going again. It was a real treat for us to see. We stopped at Crown Pointe, Vista House (our spot) for a look/photo op. Then we went to the Troutdale General Store for some lunch. Along the way we called Mom and Dad and Larry and Marlene too.
Then it was home, to make cupcakes and get ready for our fancy dinner at Portland City Grill (Thank You JHI Engineering!)... We had such a great dinner and I even got a fancy Bellini Martini and then we got those yummy cookies and ice cream.
It was truly a special and wonderful day....after that....the wedding planning began!
3 comments:
COngratulations you two! Where are the pictures?
WittyClan :)
Congratulations Julie and Steven! Your engagement day was soooo romantic - and we send hugs and best wishes for a wonderful life together!
Please let us know the wedding plans and we will try our best to be there!
Love and hugs,
Aunt Paula and Uncle Frank
Congratulations kids! We love you both so much and couldn't be happier for you! The day will be here before you know it and then your beautiful journey together officially begins! We can't wait!
xoxoxo mom and dad
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