Matthew proposed on April 8th, 2023. About a year prior, we had talked a lot about getting engaged and Maggie had even picked out a ring. Soon after that, the two decided to buy a house so the engagement was postponed. Maggie had an idea that Matthew might propose soon, but she was completely surprised when he did it.

Matthew's family had come into town for Easter. The two families had gone for a casual dinner at a local bar. While we were at dinner, our good friends Ali and Andrew were at our house setting up all the magic. After dinner, Matthew suggested the group go for ice cream so the proposal could happen closer to sunset. This should have been a huge hint to Maggie because Matthew never suggested dessert, but as previously mentioned she was clueless. The families had said their goodbyes, Matthew and Maggie headed home. When we arrived, the backyard was set up with an aisle of candles leading up to a blanket. Behind the blanket were paper sacks and string lights. The paper bags spelled out, "Will You Marry Me?" Our golden retriever Gunner was dressed up in a tux, and Ali and Andrew were hiding to take videos and pictures. Matthew walked Maggie to the blanket, got down on one knee, and asked Maggie to marry him. She of course said "Yes!" Afterward, our families came over and celebrated with champagne, and lots of happy tears and smiles were shared.

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