Tag Archive for 'Grandma J'

Throw me a freakin’ bone

Finding a reliable dogsitter has become a problem. We haven’t needed one as of yet, but after booking our trip to Chicago in December, the hunt is on.

I didn’t think it would be this big of a problem, but there are certain factors you just don’t forsee. Like your uncle’s dog biting your pup in the face!

It happened a few weeks ago. Fitz was 100% fine, his eye was a little red like it was poked, but no worries. Tiff and I always dogsit for my aunt and uncle. Their dog Lady was one of the most laid back and quiet dogs we know — or so we thought.

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Photo of ring added to gallery

Engagement ring

A photo of the engagement ring, which was glaringly omitted from the series of proposal pictures, has been added to the gallery.

The ring was originally given to my grandmother by my grandfather when he proposed and features a “European cut” diamond. I merely had the ring resized. Tiffany will make some minor adjustments, like reducing the number of prongs from six to four, but will likely leave it in its original state.

She said yes!

Engagement

In the last 10 days I have vacationed in Las Vegas, turned 30, had my brand newish 2007 Civy backed into by a neighbor and most importantly, asked Tiffany to marry me.

It’s been quite a ride.

A Christmas morning brunch set the stage for the event as my grandma J and Tiffany’s Mom, step dad and brother all gathered at our house to open presents.

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