When you fall in love with an engineer, you can’t expect a traditional engagement ring. Luckily for both Dan and me, I never wanted a traditional engagement ring. My mom’s engagement ring is an oval sapphire surrounded by diamond chips. I’ve always dreamed of having my own unusual engagement ring, just like hers. Like I… [Read More]
Our Personalized, Nerdy Engagement Shoot with Trinity Photography
Engagement photography is a newer part of the wedding planning process that some couples choose to do. While some folks think an engagement shoot is just another expensive add-on in the extravagant wedding industry, it was one of the few things important to me. Dan and I don’t have many pictures together unless we’re all… [Read More]
Why My Husband & I Did Premarital Counseling Before He Proposed
On July 29, 2011, Dan and I had our first date. On October 16, Dan asked me to be his girlfriend. I was already in love with him. On Thanksgiving Day, Dan and I first uttered those three little words to each other. I already knew I wanted to marry him. On December 17, my… [Read More]
Unusual Wedding Planning for a Nerdy Couple
I just found out on Friday that one of my best friends is engaged! Over the weekend, we chatted excitedly about wedding things. At one point, her fiancé grumbled a bit about the growing list of expensive expectations for weddings. He’s right. I’m not going to pretend that Dan and I skipped all the ridiculous… [Read More]
I Do: 12 Months Later
I can hardly believe Dan and I first said, “I do” a year ago today. Part of me feels like Dan has always been by my side. Part of me feels like I just met him yesterday. There are times when we’re cuddling in bed, or when I laugh at his adorkable enthusiasm for life,… [Read More]
A Toast to Libbi and Henry
3 1/2 years ago, I met someone who would change my life forever. A person who has always been there for me. A person with whom I hope to grow old. Oh, and I met my husband then too. I met Libbi 3 1/2 years ago when we lived together and interned together at the… [Read More]