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A Paris Engagement Story

12/31/13

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I rarely get super personal here but since I’ve been gone longer than usual I thought an explanation was in order.

I got engaged in Paris!

The plan was to go to London and spend about five days there before heading to Newcastle, England where we would spend Christmas with David’s family. On our first night in London, David surprised me with a trip to Paris, and two days later we got engaged overlooking the Eiffel Tower.

Almost five years ago David and I met at work. He had just moved to NYC from London. He was nice, we shared similar interests and he was easy to talk to.

But when he asked me on an impromptu date one snowy day in March, I was hesitant to go. Hurt from past relationships and emotionally paralyzed, I didn’t think I was lovable or destined to find a partner.

I was learning how to be happy without a man and finally getting the hang of it.

I told him to call me later that evening, making a deal with myself that if he actually called (something, in my experience, men rarely did anymore), I would meet him that night.

He called and I went.

Day after day, week after week, David continued to ask me out. With an open heart, I promised myself that if he kept showing up for me, I would show up for him.

paris engagementAnd just like that I found the love of my life, the one who would make me laugh every single day and love me unconditionally.

Our love didn’t come when or how I had ever planned, but it couldn’t have been more perfect. 

We’re still celebrating with family this week, but I’ll be back to regular blogging next week. And expect to see a few wedding-related health and wellness tips in the future.

If you’re on Pinterest and interested in all things bridal, follow my Pinterest board, Blushing Bride.

Best wishes for a healthy, happy and prosperous New Year!

 

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  1. MeganLyons says

    January 2, 2014 at 7:33 pm

    Congratulations, Marissa!Β  You deserve all the happiness in the world!!Β  This story gave me goosebumps πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Marissa says

      January 3, 2014 at 11:30 pm

      Thanks, Megan!

      Reply
  2. Jessica Newell says

    January 1, 2014 at 2:51 am

    Congratulations Marissa – have an amazing new years!

    Reply
  3. Elizabeth Samuel says

    December 31, 2013 at 9:21 pm

    Congrats!!

    Reply
  4. Julie Zawislak says

    December 31, 2013 at 7:52 pm

    What an amazing way to kick-off 2014! Enjoy this bliss!

    Reply
  5. Jennifer Donogh says

    December 31, 2013 at 5:11 pm

    So sweet – what an amazing way to start the new year!

    Reply
  6. Kim Redmon says

    December 31, 2013 at 12:35 pm

    Congratulations to you.

    Reply
  7. Marissa Vicario says

    December 31, 2013 at 12:19 pm

    *thank you

    Reply
  8. Marissa Vicario says

    December 31, 2013 at 12:18 pm

    That’s my you for the sweet comments! A very happy new year to you all!! Xx

    Reply
  9. April Dee says

    December 31, 2013 at 11:28 am

    My most favorite post of 2013!!! Congrats!!! Happy New Year!!!

    Reply
  10. Ken Moll says

    December 31, 2013 at 7:10 am

    Marissa – I am so happy for you and David!!! You are so wonderful and adorable. David – I rarely post – great, great beginning you created for the both of you and my wife and I look forward to meeting you both! Congratulations!!!! Great day!

    Reply
  11. Steff W says

    December 31, 2013 at 5:27 am

    Great! Thanks for sharing and so happy for you Marissa πŸ™‚ my takeaway……..”I promised myself that if he kept showing up for me, I would show up for him. And just like that I found the love of my life, the one who would make me laugh every single day and love me unconditionally.”

    Reply
  12. Adriana Carrillo says

    December 31, 2013 at 4:52 am

    Congratulations! So happy for you both!

    Reply
  13. Dana Zukanovich says

    December 31, 2013 at 4:35 am

    Love!! Congratulations again! I couldn’t be happier for you!

    Reply
  14. Christina Fleming says

    December 31, 2013 at 4:22 am

    Congrats!!

    Reply
  15. Alexandra Spirer says

    December 31, 2013 at 4:14 am

    Great story! Happy New Year to you! Hope 2014 is wonderful for you both!

    Reply

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