My story begins in a land far, far away, a sacred place really- the state of Idaho! My husband and I did not live in the same state until after we were engaged. How we met is really a whole other story, but I will try to keep this short. I was living in Idaho, trying to finish up school, and missing the man I knew was the love of my life who lived in MN. For weeks my best friend and I had been planning to go up to our favorite skii resort community and spend an autumn weekend laying around in the hot tub and drinking wine in our robes. I had been pretty sick that week and tried to cancel on her, but she wouldn't take no for an answer. So, I drove the two hours and we began our night of relaxation, ending up in the movie theatre contained within this emaculate and exclusive mountain resort (she had told me her wealthy boss gave her a free night's stay there he couldn't use). I couldn't believe I was sharing this gorgeous lake-front room that had a walk-out patio and it's own private hot tub with my girlfriend, instead of my boyfriend! Half-way through the movie I needed a bathroom break so I got up and ran down the hallway to our suite, flung open the door to find my then boyfriend soon to be fianc'e and now husband standing in the room with his suit cases. He was surrounded by candles and in the middle of dropping rose petals on the bed. I was so shocked, I kept asking him what he was doing here, and how he got here. I was truly confused! After he said "You weren't supposed to be in here yet" he dropped down to one knee and spoke some words I honestly do not remember. I saw the ring and nodded my head, smiling so much my cheeks stung. Needless to say I did not sleep at all that night, as i tried to unravel the web of white lies and planning that had gotten me to this point! It was the best surprise, and I love him now more than ever!

What a wonderful story!