(Xander's Perspective)

With my forthcoming move, I knew I wanted to "pop the question" beforehand. It was nearing the end of July, and I knew she would soon be starting back with school. I woke up one Saturday and decided that today was the day I would ask her to marry me. I knew how great I felt about our relationship and that there was no better time to propose than now. So, I spent the day planning, preparing, and convincing her to meet me at a location we both love.

There I stood awaiting her arrival at the lake for what was one of the most nerve-wracking and exhilarating days of my life. Taking a subtle touch from the Bachelor, I greeted her with a rose, then walked her to the end of the dock where I would ask her to take a leap and be with me forever. I expressed my excitement from our relationship and that I was ready to take the next step. With the 6 years I had spent with her, I knew she was the one for me and thankfully....she said yes.

Now comes the wait for April 2022, as we each pursue our professional passions, and await the day I get to see her in a white dress again....

R&X