SpinDisc's Ultimate PJ (Proposal - pg 1, Wedding - pg 16)

[SpinDisc]

Hey Everyone!

Alright, I gonna keep this kinda vague, just to be safe. So this summer, I'm taking a vacation to WDW with my siblings & three of our friends. I'm bringing my DGF with, and plan on asking her to marry me. It just so happens that while we are there, it's gonna be her birthday. I've already told her that her present is the vacation, which she is so excited about - but I also plan on asking her to marry me on her birthday as well. I have an idea of how I want to propose, and I wanted to run it by everyone here, since I'm not sure how realistic/good it is...

Okay, so we both love fireworks and Disney. A lot. And she's told me, numerous times, how much she loves the fireworks show at MK (which over the last 19 years of going to Disney with my family, I sadly have never seen). Anyway, I wanted to do this just before or just after the firework show on her birthday. I'm kind of a shy guy, but she loves being the center of attention.

So what I want to do is try and get everyone who's around us (our friends and my siblings, as well as strangers) to sing her happy birthday. Ideally, I was thinking if it's just before/after the fireworks/parade, I could go in the middle of Main Street, get up and shout around to the people around us and ask them to sing to her (knowing full well that Disney probably wouldn't want me to do that, which is why I said "ideally"). Assuming I can make this happen, I would have her stand up as well to be sung to, and as the last lines of the song are being sung ("...Happy Birthday, Dear ________. Happy Birthday to you!"), I would get down on one knee, and ask her to marry me. :goodvibes

So what do you think? Good idea? Bad? Maybe somewhere else I could try this and be successful?! I've still got a couple months before we go, so any input/advice would be greatly appreciated!

[figmentfan814]

I think your ideas so far are great :thumbsup2 Here is a link to the Mouse Weddings web site where they outline some great ideas too that you might be able to combine with what you have so far http://www.mouseweddings.com/wdwromance.html

[Chilly]

I think that sounds great. You could also ask one of the photopass photographers to be at the ready so that they can capture the moment on film.

[jennifaerie]

I think it's perfect. Any idea that you came up with on your own is going to blow her away.

The best part of asking, Did you come up with this on your own? is hearing, Yes! :)

The only thing I can think of recommending is mentioning to a cast member in the park what you're planning on doing. He or she may be able to help you get people to start singing.

[FIREFLY01]

How Awesome!! Do It Before The Fireworks, They Usually Come Over The Loud Speakers And Announce Like 1 Minute To Go, Don't Wait Till After, Its Usually A Mad Dash Of People Getting Out Of There, Also Another Idea... Try And Get Dinner Reservations Inside The Castle, Around The Time Of Wishes Ask For A Window Seat, So You Can See Fireworks, Tell Them Why (use Birthday And Engagment Card) I Wish You All The Best You Can Call Disney Dining 407-wdw Dine, For Reservations Do It Sooner Than Later This Place Books Fast, Make Sure People In Your Party Bring Camera And Video If Possible To Capturre It All!!!!
In The Restaurant They Can Sing Happy B-day To Her And Have A Mini Cake Brought Out, Before She Makes Her Wish, Ask Her!!!

[Pomlover2586]

I agree with Jenn, get a cast member in on it. If you try and start screaming at people odds are no one in the crowd will pay much attention.....they'll look over and shrug it off. However if you get a microphone so your voice carries you'll have better luck!:goodvibes

[Crystal824]

My husband proposed to me at Cinderella's Royal Table. He called and had it set up before hand. We had a nice dinner at the best table in the center of the room near the window. After dinner, the waiter brought out a covered dish, which I opened and it had my ring sitting in a glass slipper on a rose bud. The rest of the dish was covered in rose petals. Then he proposed. It was fantastic. For dessert, he had ordered the slipper dessert, which had Will you Marry Me written in chocolate sauce around the plate. It was a wonderful proposal. A Disney photograhper was there so we have the pictures, etc. Right after we saw the fireworks in front of the castle.
Now with that being said, I was just at Cinderella's Royal Table for dinner last week. Now that do this show with Suzy, Perla, and the Fairy Godmother, which my now husband said would freaked him out if he was about to propose. It is kind of loud and there is a alot of moving around. However, a couple did get engaged there that night. I might choose a more romantic setting like California Grill or Les Chefs. If you want to do it in front of the castle as you suggeseted that would be pretty romantic as well. I actually saw that happen last week on this trip as well. However, there was no photographer, etc. It just really depends on you.

[Angela0917]

Aw, that sounds perfect! She will love it!!

[accountingbabe08]

I think its a great idea:cloud9:

[Lynn5700]

AWWWWWW I love it!!!!!!!! You should be able to ge people to sing,I read on another thread that people sang happy birthday to a little boy on Main st waiting for the oarade to start.The CM brought him into the middle of the st and everybody sang!!!

Good look I hope it works,I'm like teary eyed just thinking about it.Your GF is going to love it!!!

[SpinDisc]

::bump::

I'm bumping for two reasons:

1) Because I want to see, almost 3 months later from initially asking, what people think.

2) Because in 9 days (June 15), I'm gonna ask her to marry me (one way or another)::yes::

[Chilly]

Good luck :thumbsup2

[PrincessBride07]

I think your idea sounds wonderful. I would definitely ask a CM to help out.

You will have to tell us how it went when you get back.

[DisneyVeteran]

Awww - how sweet! Where are you from in Chicago? I grew up in the burbs too.

My sister's friend got engaged at Disney two years ago. Her now husband talked to cast members and they got them a prime spot in front of the castle for him to do it. So you may want to see if you can get some cast members to help with the "magic" - I also think I read on a thread of a girl who's boyfriend took her to the wishing well in back of the castle and gave her a coin to make a wish. And then he proposed! So cute!

We'll be in WDW next week, but we're leaving on the 13th!!!! We'll just miss you. Good luck on the proposal and congratulations!

[SpinDisc]

Thanks eveyone!

DisneyVeteran, I'm from Tinley Park (southwest of Chicago). Too bad you won't be around on the 15th..but I'll update everyone after it happens.:hyper:

[PrincessSarah19]

Sorry - just a lurker here! But I think your idea is so sweet! Your gf is going to be so excited!

Here's an example of another disney proposal:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IJQ2yXvJduE&feature=related

Definitely tell a CM - that's how the guy in the video got all that special stuff for his gf!

[alissa2008]

First, congratulations! Second, I'm really proud you had the gumption to come on the board and ask!! I know some guys really aren't that thrilled about asking for ideas. Third, I'm so excited for you!!

I think that sounds great. You could also ask one of the photopass photographers to be at the ready so that they can capture the moment on film.

Photopass is a great idea (or ask a stranger if there isn't one nearby)...I would have loved to have a photo of DF asking for my hand...

The only thing I can think of recommending is mentioning to a cast member in the park what you're planning on doing. He or she may be able to help you get people to start singing.

I second the cast member action. You'd be surprised at what lengths disney will help out if its a super special occasion (they love the publicity, methinks).

AWWWWWW I love it!!!!!!!! You should be able to ge people to sing,I read on another thread that people sang happy birthday to a little boy on Main st waiting for the oarade to start.The CM brought him into the middle of the st and everybody sang!!!

I've seen this done before the parade too!! They take the kid right in the middle of the street and there are hundreds of people dying to make a special day more special!!

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IMHO, like suggested I wouldn't wait until after the fireworks cuz people are in a mad dash -- I'm not sure how sold you are on having a lot of people around, but after the fireworks a lot of people have already filed out of the MK. They do a nightly "kiss goodnight" (during peak its at 11 pm) where they light up the castle very pretty (changes colors) and play Roy O Disney's dedication speech over the loud speakers... I'm surprised how many people choose to miss this because its quite beautiful...anyway, there are a LOT less people around and you can get up close to the castle (or the partner statue) -- OO OO or maybe the wishing well and propose there... I'm kind of a more "intimate" girl so this sounds super romantic to me, but if DGF is a little more flashy, during the fireworks sounds like a great idea to me!

I agree too, you MUST come back and let us know how it went!! (preferably after you get back to you room!! :rotfl2: )

[Cosi Bella]

I think this idea is so wonderful!!! It would be so nice to get everyone to sing to her!!! I think its perfect to pop the question right then and there, just as you're finishing up the birthday song!!! Def get a cast member to help you out with that... and I vote for before the fireworks! Then you two can really enjoy the fireworks as an engaged couple for the first time!!! So romantic!! :cutie:

[alissa2008]

and I vote for before the fireworks! Then you two can really enjoy the fireworks as an engaged couple for the first time!!! So romantic!! :cutie:

Ooo that is a VALID point!! :hyper:

[disneygal922]

SpinDisc ~ I'm from TP too!!! just got engaged in Disney this past April! :goodvibes I'm sure it will be wonderful. can't wait to hear all about it!

[SpinDisc]

Here's an example of another disney proposal:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IJQ2y...eature=related

This is a great video! I don't think my idea is anywhere this complex, so it really raises my hopes of my idea working! Thanks for sharing, PrincessSarah.

First, congratulations! Second, I'm really proud you had the gumption to come on the board and ask!! I know some guys really aren't that thrilled about asking for ideas. Third, I'm so excited for you!!

Alissa, thanks for the long post! I had no problem asking other people for help. My DGF is the most important person in the world to me..she's my best friend..and I want to make sure that whatever I do, that it's the best thing I can do. She is a princess and deserves to be treated like one. I'm just greatful that people are willing to help me so much out with this! Oh yeah...

I agree too, you MUST come back and let us know how it went!! (preferably after you get back to you room!! )

That made me laugh too! BTW, nice PJ & website. I really enjoy reading all about it and wish you nothing but the best!

and I vote for before the fireworks! Then you two can really enjoy the fireworks as an engaged couple for the first time!!! So romantic!!

Excellent idea, Cosi Bella! I know people said before because of the crowds leaving and whatnot, but I never thought about watching our first fireworks show as an engaged couple - that's gonna be amazing (but since we're both really emotional, we'll probably both be train-wrecks - it'll be great!).

I'm from TP too!!! just got engaged in Disney this past April! I'm sure it will be wonderful. can't wait to hear all about it!

Wow, Disneygal, it really is a small world. :) Congrats on your engagement, and I can't wait to tell everyone here.

BTW, I'm going to pick-up the ring tomorrow, so I'll try to remember to take some pictures and post them up here for you all to see before I ask her. I'm soooo excited! :banana:

[PrincessSarah19]

This is a great video! I don't think my idea is anywhere this complex, so it really raises my hopes of my idea working! Thanks for sharing, PrincessSarah.

No problem :) Wishing you all the best

[alissa2008]

Alissa, thanks for the long post! I had no problem asking other people for help. My DGF is the most important person in the world to me..she's my best friend..and I want to make sure that whatever I do, that it's the best thing I can do. She is a princess and deserves to be treated like one. I'm just greatful that people are willing to help me so much out with this! Oh yeah...

That made me laugh too! BTW, nice PJ & website. I really enjoy reading all about it and wish you nothing but the best!


Thanks, congrats to you too!! Hey, how'd it go!??? :hyper:

[SpinDisc]

Thanks, congrats to you too!! Hey, how'd it go!???

Didn't happen yet...a week from today (June 15th).

Although I wish it had happened by now - I'm getting anxious!

[alissa2008]

:rotfl2: I don't know why I thought it was happening soon!! I'm just really excited for you!!! :hyper:

[inkedupmomma]

I think your idea was great!! make it as big and loud a production as you can! make sure you have a fam member readyw itha camera!! she will love the big to do you made.. disney may get mad..but its worth it!

[keenercam]

Looking forward to an update and a pic of the ring! :banana:

[SpinDisc]

Just a quick update - hopefully I'll have a longer one later. Here's a pic of the ring (sorry it's not the best, I was kinda rushing to get it taken):

http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q44/SpinDisc/ring.jpg

Like I said, I'll post more later..but what do you think about the ring? :hyper:

[lov2b@disney]

Beautiful ring! She is going to love it!:lovestruc

Hoping you have a great time! Cant wait to hear about it when you get back!

[WithDisneySpirit]

Cannot wait to hear all about it :goodvibes You can refer your love to the board and then she'll want a Disney wedding too ;) :lovestruc :cloud9:

[SpinDisc]

Beautiful ring! She is going to love it!

Hoping you have a great time! Cant wait to hear about it when you get back!

Thank you, lov2b!! And congrats on your upcoming Disney wedding! We'll be sending you pixiedust: while we're there too!

Cannot wait to hear all about it You can refer your love to the board and then she'll want a Disney wedding too

Hahaha! Yeah, she'd probably love that. :-) After I ask her, I'm gonna tell her all about the boards, and hopefully get her to sign-up on here too. ::yes:: Then everyone on her can convince her to have one...good luck convincing whoever is gonna pay for this too :rotfl2:

Other than the ring, I forgot to post pics of a t-shirt I had made. They're on my computer at home, so hopefully I'll remember to upload them tonight after I get home.

This is really exciting. I cannot thank you all enough for your kind words and support. This is the most exciting time of my life, and I'm glad I can share it with others who appreciate it! :thanks:

5 more days til the big day!! :woohoo:

[keenercam]

WOW! The ring is gorgeous! Thank you for taking the time to share a picture. Can't wait to hear how the "big ask" goes. :thumbsup2

[SpinDisc]

Another quick post, before I go to bed..here's photos of the t-shirt I'm giving her right after I ask her (it'll be ironed & the name won't be photoshop'd out :rotfl: ).

http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q44/SpinDisc/shirtfront.jpghttp://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q44/SpinDisc/shirtback.jpg

[alissa2008]

OMG I love that ring! She's going to flip!! I can't wait!! :banana:

[WithDisneySpirit]

Be sure to post pics of her in the shirt after :lovestruc

[spacerangerqueen]

ok, you just got yourself a lurker at your proposal! Are you doing it before the 9pm spectro? Please say yes, because 11pm is past my bedtime on a sunday lol. I want to see her wear the T-shirt haha.

[SpinDisc]

WOW! The ring is gorgeous! Thank you for taking the time to share a picture. Can't wait to hear how the "big ask" goes. :thumbsup2

OMG I love that ring! She's going to flip!! I can't wait!! :banana:

Thanks for the :goodvibes: about the ring, keenercam & alissa. I was so pleased when I got it (I had it made, which excited me/made me a wreck)!

Be sure to post pics of her in the shirt after :lovestruc

Will do, WithDisney!! Hopefully she'll wear it a lot :)

ok, you just got yourself a lurker at your proposal! Are you doing it before the 9pm spectro? Please say yes, because 11pm is past my bedtime on a sunday lol. I want to see her wear the T-shirt haha.

Yes, spaceranger, I'm doing it before the 9pm spectro..ideally. :) I want to do it then, because I'd like to be able to go celebrate after the proposal! The only way I'd wait to do it at 11pm is if the weather is bad enough to cancel the 9pm show. Hope to see you there! ::yes::

[Chilly]

That is a gorgeous ring and those t-shirts are fab. 4 days to go!

[Tink901]

The ring is beautiful and the t-shirt is adorable.

Best of luck!!!!

[DisneyJules]

Congrats! That is so exciting and only a mere few days away! I adore your idea and I think your girlfriend is going to be blown away. As others mentioned, make sure you speak with a cast member. They really are accommodating when it comes to these things.
Best of luck!

[SpinDisc]

Hey Everyone,

So I just talked to someone that I work with (we're both event planners), and he mentioned that his daughter is a CM at MK!! WHAT?! How did I not know this before?! So I told him my plan, and he had a huge grin and said he'll call her to arrange something. He also started telling me that he's also a part of a Disney family! How great is this?! :hyper:

Sorry, I'm on a little anticipatory high right now! :) As many of you have mentioned, I'm only 4 days away. I have been super antsy today, constantly checking DIS and looking at the clock, hoping the day is over. Why won't Sunday come sooner?

And :thanks: to Chilly, Tink, & Jules for the kind words! I'm glad everyone seems to like the ring and t-shirt!


:hyper: :love: :scared1: 4 DAYS!!!:scared1: :love: :hyper:

[disneygal922]

I'm so excited for you! i can't wait to hear all about it! the t-shirts are great! DF proposed on our first night and the entire trip we were wishing we had something like "just engaged" or something of the sort! So good thinking :thumbsup2 Congrats again!!!

[figmentfan814]

The ring is beautiful and the shirt is such a cute idea. I'm sure you GF will love everything! Great news about the coworker's daughter being a CM at Magic Kingdom; hopefully she can help you coordinate some extra Disney magic!

[PrincessBride07]

Hahaha! Yeah, she'd probably love that. :-) After I ask her, I'm gonna tell her all about the boards, and hopefully get her to sign-up on here too. ::yes:: Then everyone on her can convince her to have one...good luck convincing whoever is gonna pay for this too :rotfl2:


I know there are plenty of people on here that know the tricks of having a disney wedding on a budget. Bring her over, we can convert her. :stir: :laughing:

I love love love that ring, and that shirt is really neat. I'm living vicariously thru you and your GF, because I didn't get a proposal. I'm expecting a report when you get back. :rotfl:

GL only 4 days to go. :goodvibes

[PixyDusted]

It all sounds very romantic! The ring is beautiful and the t-shirts are adorable and thoughtful.

Just remember NOT to check the ring in your baggage! I know people who have had expensive things stolen out of their checked luggage.

GOOD LUCK!

[Manda_Lizabeth]

First of all, I am so excited for you and I dont even know you!! I know it will all work perfectly.

Second the ring is amazing and the t-shirt idea is awesome. I never thought about having a t-shirt made..I need to make a few hints I see :hyper:

Just make sure you post pictures and let us know how it all went once you get back.

[imnotaprincess]

Thanks eveyone!

DisneyVeteran, I'm from Tinley Park (southwest of Chicago). Too bad you won't be around on the 15th..but I'll update everyone after it happens.:hyper:

As a Tinley Park DisBride - I hope this works out for you! The proposal idea that is, I can't imagine any girl saying no to a guy that loves her enough to plan the perfect proposal! Does this mean you're going to plan the perfect Diswedding too? There are already 2 Tinley Park Disney Weddings in the future, why not make it a third?!!?! I think your idea is wonderful and can't wait to hear all the details! The ring is beautiful and the shirts are adorable!

[SpinDisc]

I'm so excited for you! i can't wait to hear all about it! the t-shirts are great! DF proposed on our first night and the entire trip we were wishing we had something like "just engaged" or something of the sort! So good thinking :thumbsup2 Congrats again!!!

disneygal - I can understand why he'd want to propose on the first day..because then you get to enjoy the whole trip being engaged (and not worrying about hiding a ring). So it's convenient that her b-day is the 2nd day of the trip! ::yes:: And I can't take full credit for the t-shirt idea..I stole that part from a Disney proposal I saw on youtube (here's the link (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f5w_z31Wdj4)).

The ring is beautiful and the shirt is such a cute idea. I'm sure you GF will love everything! Great news about the coworker's daughter being a CM at Magic Kingdom; hopefully she can help you coordinate some extra Disney magic!

Thanks, figmentfan! I'll try and let you guys know if my coworker's daughter can actually help - that'll be MY Disney wish! :)

I know there are plenty of people on here that know the tricks of having a disney wedding on a budget. Bring her over, we can convert her. :stir: :laughing:

I love love love that ring, and that shirt is really neat. I'm living vicariously thru you and your GF, because I didn't get a proposal. I'm expecting a report when you get back. :rotfl:

GL only 4 days to go. :goodvibes

PrincessBride, I can't wait to introduce her to the DIS. Although she may become a little more hooked than me (I'm mostly on the Wedding/Honeymoon boards & the DCL board). And of course you'll get a full report :thumbsup2

It all sounds very romantic! The ring is beautiful and the t-shirts are adorable and thoughtful.

Just remember NOT to check the ring in your baggage! I know people who have had expensive things stolen out of their checked luggage.

GOOD LUCK!

Good call on the ring, PixyDusted! But I'm soo over cautious about this thing (it's sitting in a fireproof safe right now) that I won't let it out of my sight or grasp...just need to make sure it's hidden from her :scratchin

First of all, I am so excited for you and I dont even know you!! I know it will all work perfectly.

Second the ring is amazing and the t-shirt idea is awesome. I never thought about having a t-shirt made..I need to make a few hints I see :hyper:

Just make sure you post pictures and let us know how it all went once you get back.

Thanks, Manda! Yes, make all the hints you want. And if you (or anyone on this board/thread) need ideas for an engagement/wedding/event, let me know. I'm a busy guy, but I love coming up with ideas to make people feel special or to make life exciting. ::yes::

As a Tinley Park DisBride - I hope this works out for you! The proposal idea that is, I can't imagine any girl saying no to a guy that loves her enough to plan the perfect proposal! Does this mean you're going to plan the perfect Diswedding too? There are already 2 Tinley Park Disney Weddings in the future, why not make it a third?!!?! I think your idea is wonderful and can't wait to hear all the details! The ring is beautiful and the shirts are adorable!

imnotaprincess - I cannot believe the number of TP DIS'ers! Congrats on your upcoming wedding, and thanks for the well wishes. And who knows about a 3rd TP DFTW...three times the charm!

Thank you to everyone who keeps posting. Having things to read (including others PJ's, TR's & questions) helps my days go by much quicker. Speaking of which, I need to get some sleep.

G'nite!

[IndyBride]

I can't wait to see how it all works out for you!!!! I got engaged at the World too. Those shirts are so great! I hope my DF was as excited as you are before he proposed! You can leave the ring in the box in your pocket when you go through security at the airport. Just make sure there is nothing else in that pocket. That's how my DF got it to Orlando. Good Luck and make sure you have someone to take pics to show us! ;)

[disneygal922]

I agree with IndyBride! Keep the ring in the box and put it in your pocket! That is what my DF did too! had no problems getting through at Midway (don't know where you are flying out of) However, he had cargo shorts on and the box kept making is his pocket look all funky and i was getting annoyed with it and when i went to fix it he jumped a mile high which i thought was wierd.... anywho, my advice is, keep other things in the pocket too so if she gets suspicious or goes to fix your pocket, you can pull something else random out... like a cell phone or wallet or something! :thumbsup2 oh and throughout the day, DF kept moving it from pocket to pocket so i wouldn't see it or anything. he figured that i was suspicious since he jumped when i went to fix his cargo pocket. at one point i literally thought it was my imagination that he had something he didn't want me to see!!

[SpinDisc]

I can't wait to see how it all works out for you!!!! I got engaged at the World too. Those shirts are so great! I hope my DF was as excited as you are before he proposed! You can leave the ring in the box in your pocket when you go through security at the airport. Just make sure there is nothing else in that pocket. That's how my DF got it to Orlando. Good Luck and make sure you have someone to take pics to show us! ;)

IndyBride, I'm sure your DF was just as excited before proposing to you (he's a smart man, of course, since he proposed at the World :)). Good call about the ring in the pocket - and of course I'll post pics afterwards!

I agree with IndyBride! Keep the ring in the box and put it in your pocket! That is what my DF did too! had no problems getting through at Midway (don't know where you are flying out of) However, he had cargo shorts on and the box kept making is his pocket look all funky and i was getting annoyed with it and when i went to fix it he jumped a mile high which i thought was wierd.... anywho, my advice is, keep other things in the pocket too so if she gets suspicious or goes to fix your pocket, you can pull something else random out... like a cell phone or wallet or something! :thumbsup2 oh and throughout the day, DF kept moving it from pocket to pocket so i wouldn't see it or anything. he figured that i was suspicious since he jumped when i went to fix his cargo pocket. at one point i literally thought it was my imagination that he had something he didn't want me to see!!

Again, good idea disneygal! :thumbsup2 We're flying out of Midway, too! I'm gonna try the cargo shorts idea tonight (to see if the box is really noticable). If not, then I'll do that idea. If it is noticable, I might ask my bro or sis to put the ring in their carry-on, and have them at the end of the line going through security (or go in a different line). That way, she won't know if I have it or not. And if I do put it in a cargo pocket, I'll switch it to my carry-on when she goes to the bathroom (then it also won't be digging into my leg the whole plane ride).

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There's one thing, though, that I haven'y really thought about till just last night. I have NO idea what I'm going to say to her!! :scared1: Like, I know I need to say "will you marry me?" but I'm not sure what I'm gonna say before that. Also, I'm not sure I'll have time to say anything, or if she'll even be able to hear me. I've come up with something along the lines of "i wished upon a star, hoping both our dreams would come true today. will you marry me?"

Cheesy? ::yes:: Any better ideas?

[pjstevens]

I cannot wait to hear/see this!!! I am so excited for you (and I don't even know you!). Congrats though on being such a romantic guy and going this for the woman you love!

[IndyBride]

I agree with IndyBride! Keep the ring in the box and put it in your pocket! That is what my DF did too! had no problems getting through at Midway (don't know where you are flying out of) However, he had cargo shorts on and the box kept making is his pocket look all funky and i was getting annoyed with it and when i went to fix it he jumped a mile high which i thought was wierd.... anywho, my advice is, keep other things in the pocket too so if she gets suspicious or goes to fix your pocket, you can pull something else random out... like a cell phone or wallet or something! :thumbsup2 oh and throughout the day, DF kept moving it from pocket to pocket so i wouldn't see it or anything. he figured that i was suspicious since he jumped when i went to fix his cargo pocket. at one point i literally thought it was my imagination that he had something he didn't want me to see!!

My DF carried the ring in his pocket for three days in the park waiting for the "perfect" time. Anytime I went anywhere NEAR the pocket he slapped my hand away. I had an inkling on what was coming so I thought it was funny!

[IndyBride]

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There's one thing, though, that I haven'y really thought about till just last night. I have NO idea what I'm going to say to her!! :scared1: Like, I know I need to say "will you marry me?" but I'm not sure what I'm gonna say before that. Also, I'm not sure I'll have time to say anything, or if she'll even be able to hear me. I've come up with something along the lines of "i wished upon a star, hoping both our dreams would come true today. will you marry me?"

Cheesy? ::yes:: Any better ideas?


I don't think you can be too cheesy for a marriage proposal! ;) Just make it better than "here, this is for you!"

[keenercam]

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There's one thing, though, that I haven'y really thought about till just last night. I have NO idea what I'm going to say to her!! :scared1: Like, I know I need to say "will you marry me?" but I'm not sure what I'm gonna say before that. Also, I'm not sure I'll have time to say anything, or if she'll even be able to hear me. I've come up with something along the lines of "i wished upon a star, hoping both our dreams would come true today. will you marry me?"

Cheesy? ::yes:: Any better ideas?

Oh, my goodness! You made me cry. What a beautiful thing to think of. I really hope everything goes perfectly for you. You deserve this to be the most special moment of your life so far. And believe me, she will remember it forever. I will never forget having my DH declare his love for me and ask me to marry him. Unfortunately, my response was "Are you sure you want me?" and my now-DH has spent the last 24years of our lives together showing me constantly that he was sure and that he still wants me. I WISH that undying forever devotion and more for you and your love! pixiedust:

[snowhite09]

I work at Disneyland, which in no way makes me an expert on proposals, but if you tell a cast member - especially a female one, not to be sexest - they will definitely be happy to help you to get everyone to sing. The most excitement we usually get is having someone threaten to sue Disneyland because someone jumped in front of them in line.

There are no engagement buttons, but you might be able to score a couple of j"ust married" buttons and have a cast member cross out married and write engaged. . . or not.

At Disneyland, in order to get a place right in front of the castle for fireworks you have to get there at least an hour early, but I usually suggest right after the parade. Ask a CM for their opinion.

Also, if you see a CM with an earpiece, that's a lead -manager- and that would be the person to talk to if you want to try to get a photo in front of the castle before the fireworks without other guests in the way. If you ask just after they clear out the area in front of the castle you'd have the best chance. They can't allow people to wander around where they might get hit with a firework, so it's pretty rare to get someone to allow this, but for an engagement you might have better luck.

It sounds like you have a great plan and good luck.

About the wording - what you have is perfect. But for the sake of offering a choice: you might also think of quoting her favorite Disney movie. i.e. if she is an avid Cinderella fan "so this is love", Snow White "you're the fairest of them all" (not a direct quote) those aren't the best choices, but you get my drift.

Best of luck

[SpinDisc]

I cannot wait to hear/see this!!! I am so excited for you (and I don't even know you!). Congrats though on being such a romantic guy and going this for the woman you love!

:) Thank you pjstevens! I've always been a hopeful romantic.

My DF carried the ring in his pocket for three days in the park waiting for the "perfect" time. Anytime I went anywhere NEAR the pocket he slapped my hand away. I had an inkling on what was coming so I thought it was funny!

I don't think you can be too cheesy for a marriage proposal! ;) Just make it better than "here, this is for you!"

IndyBride, that's funny about him swatting you from his pocket. I'm still deciding how I'm gonna hide it (cause we'll have 3 other people with us, so that helps a little). And, you're right - anything's better that "here, this is for you!" :lmao:

Oh, my goodness! You made me cry. What a beautiful thing to think of. I really hope everything goes perfectly for you. You deserve this to be the most special moment of your life so far. And believe me, she will remember it forever. I will never forget having my DH declare his love for me and ask me to marry him. Unfortunately, my response was "Are you sure you want me?" and my now-DH has spent the last 24years of our lives together showing me constantly that he was sure and that he still wants me. I WISH that undying forever devotion and more for you and your love! pixiedust:

Aww, thank you soo much, keenercam! You are soo incredibly kind - you even got me to tear-up! I'm living my dream, and I'm so glad that it's also my reality. I CANNOT wait to tell everyone here about this, once it happens!

I work at Disneyland, which in no way makes me an expert on proposals, but if you tell a cast member - especially a female one, not to be sexest - they will definitely be happy to help you to get everyone to sing. The most excitement we usually get is having someone threaten to sue Disneyland because someone jumped in front of them in line.

There are no engagement buttons, but you might be able to score a couple of j"ust married" buttons and have a cast member cross out married and write engaged. . . or not.

At Disneyland, in order to get a place right in front of the castle for fireworks you have to get there at least an hour early, but I usually suggest right after the parade. Ask a CM for their opinion.

Also, if you see a CM with an earpiece, that's a lead -manager- and that would be the person to talk to if you want to try to get a photo in front of the castle before the fireworks without other guests in the way. If you ask just after they clear out the area in front of the castle you'd have the best chance. They can't allow people to wander around where they might get hit with a firework, so it's pretty rare to get someone to allow this, but for an engagement you might have better luck.

It sounds like you have a great plan and good luck.

About the wording - what you have is perfect. But for the sake of offering a choice: you might also think of quoting her favorite Disney movie. i.e. if she is an avid Cinderella fan "so this is love", Snow White "you're the fairest of them all" (not a direct quote) those aren't the best choices, but you get my drift.

Best of luck

Thanks for the advice, snowhite! It's great to know tips like that - and yes, (not being sexist) but I was planning on approaching a female CM. We'll just have to wait and see! :hyper:

--------------------

Okay, two quick updates:

1) My idea might be getting bigger. I might have a connection in the MK that'll do something "really magical!" :genie: I won't know till later today, but I'll keep you all updated!

2) I asked her parents for their blessing this morning, and they said, enthuastuically, "ABSOLUTELY". I've never felt so much relief in my life!

IT'S ALMOST HERE!! :woohoo:

[alissa2008]

My DF carried the ring in his pocket for three days in the park waiting for the "perfect" time. Anytime I went anywhere NEAR the pocket he slapped my hand away. I had an inkling on what was coming so I thought it was funny!

Haha, DF proposed at a hockey game and almost got caught! We were going through security and I was so awed at being at a new rink I was all wandery-eyed... the security woman made him turn out his pockets, saw the box and then said "OMG, you better put that away!" Of course, I didn't find this out until afterwards, but it was cute to hear he was sweatin' bullets! :lmao:

SPIN - as for your wording, I think its great. I know one of the other girls DFs proposed with something like "In this year of a million dreams, will you make all my dreams come true by becoming my wife?" I thought that was incredibly special and not cheesy in the least. Can't remember who though - if anyone knows, please link her pj!

[IndyBride]

I can't wait to hear your new plans! I am so excited for your GF!

[Ticky Toria 78]

Good luck! The ring is gorgeous and the tee shirts are very cute! Can't wait to hear all about it :surfweb:

[the4princesses]

the ring is so pretty! you have the greatest idea!! I can't wait to read and see your pictures of the whole thing!! I know it is going to be the greatest outcome!!:bride: :tink:

[Mama of Indybride]

:surfweb: I can't wait to hear about the possible huge magical surprise!!!

My sweet FSIL was so REEEDICUUULOUS leading up to him asking Val aka Indy Bride to marry him.

Everybody on the trip knew but her (or so we thought) and it took him 4-ev-errrr....

We all were on pins and needles, it finally turns into a family event where Val's sister Tori, her BF Alicia, and myself are trying to speed to the castle all sneaky super spy like to take pics of the big event, and end up missing the whole thing, he ended up proposing in the archway of the castle while we are busy spying down the castle stairs waiting for them to get there...:lmao:

Best laid plans, but it will be a good story for the grand babies!!!

I can't wait to hear how yours turns out!!!!

[SpinDisc]

This is gonna be really quick.

First & foremost, a big :thanks: to alissa, Indy, Ticky, the4princess, & Mama of Indy for the recent posts!! :)

Second, from this point until the proposal itself, I probably won't be able to check DIS too regularly. We're leaving for the World tomorrow morning, and the proposal won't happen til Sunday night. And if I'm caught on DIS (specifically on the Wedding & Honeymoon board, needless to say I'd be caught!).

I cannot thank everyone on here enough for all the support leading up to my proposal! And I can't wait to have my DGF (future DF) join the boards and talk to everyone, too.

As promised, I'll update you guys as soon as possible after the proposal..and if I can sneek a minute or two beforehand, I'll try.

IT'S ALMOST TIME!!!

[Alice_Kingdom]

Awwww I am so excited to hear the outcome! Crossing my fingers for the word "yes"! How can a girl so "no" at Disney hahaha!

Good luck with your Princess!:thumbsup2

[Chilly]

Lots of luck and pixie dust for tomorrow pixiedust:

[FormrCastMbr]

Wishing you all the best! Congratulations...the ring is gorgeous and the shirt is adorable. You're doing a great job...your DGF/DF is a lucky girl!

[pjstevens]

Can't believe it's almost here!!! One more day! I am so excited for you and I don't even 'know' you, lol. Can't wait to see some pics of this!

[DecemberBride]

I can't wait to hear all about it! It's tomorrow!!!!!! Good luck (you won't need it) and have fun!!!!!!

[FSUDisneyGirl]

I just found this thread...you must have proposed by now!

CONGRATULATIONS!! :goodvibes ::yes:: :hyper: :bitelip: :lovestruc :cloud9: :woohoo: :love: :yay:

[swilson14]

:thumbsup2 So.. This is my first time being on this thread. Let me say first GOOD LUCK TOMORROW! Everything will go GREAT! I Love,love,love the shirts,ring,and plan! Please post as soon as possible on how tomorrow goes. Have FUN doing it and dont sweat it. It will be GREAT!

[Blueeyes101817]

i am so excited to see pictures and hear about it!!

[SpinDisc]

Awwww I am so excited to hear the outcome! Crossing my fingers for the word "yes"! How can a girl so "no" at Disney hahaha!

Good luck with your Princess!

Thank you, Alice! I can't wait to surprise my Princess tonight!!

Lots of luck and pixie dust for tomorrow

Thanks, Chilly! I need all the pixie dust I can get!

Wishing you all the best! Congratulations...the ring is gorgeous and the shirt is adorable. You're doing a great job...your DGF/DF is a lucky girl!

FormrCastMbr - I hope I can get the job done..and she's not nearly as lucky as I am to have her in my life. :)

Can't believe it's almost here!!! One more day! I am so excited for you and I don't even 'know' you, lol. Can't wait to see some pics of this!

pjstevens - the day is here! And event though I don't know a lot of you, I can't wait to share the story with you..

OKAY, GOTTA RUN - she just got outta the shower, and I don't want her to see this. I'll post more tonight!!

ONLY A FEW HOURS TO GO!!! :)

[alissa2008]

I'm so excited for you!! It will be funny when you show her about the dis and we bombard her with congratulations! :rotfl:

:hyper:

[HollyH]

I'm so excited for you! My son is proposing on the 4th of July on a Ft Wilderness carriage ride and we can't wait! Our very best wishes for you both!!!

[FormrCastMbr]

Yeah!!! :cool1: I can't wait to hear how it goes...wishing you lots of health and happiness! :cloud9:

[caryndisneydiva]

waiting with baited breath...

[IndyBride]

As soon as I got on the Dis today I thought: IT'S TODAY! HE'S PROPOSING TODAY!!!!

[newyearsbride]

Eeeeeep! Congrats! 2 hours! I said a quick prayer for you. Hope everything goes wonderful, can't wait to hear/see photos!:woohoo:

[roseviolet]

Awwwwww good luck! Can't wait to hear about it!

[dolPhinlovEr83]

Even though I haven't posted, I have read the whole plan! Wishing you the best of luck and looking forward to the update!! :thumbsup2

[alissa2008]

As soon as I got on the Dis today I thought: IT'S TODAY! HE'S PROPOSING TODAY!!!!

I DID THE SAME THING!! :rotfl: We're all rooting for you Spin!!! :goodvibes

[MickeyAnne]

This is adorable and I have no idea how I missed this for so long!!! Your plan is great, the ring is beautiful and the shirt is a great touch!! I am thinking of you as the fireworks should be happening just about now! Can't wait to hear what happened!!!!

[alissa2008]

I think it's great that your proposal planning journal is already this many pages!!! WTG! Glad we all could be so helpful...:dance3:

[Petals & Pixie Dust]

Waiting...:yay:

[BaBeeCee14]

Can't wait to hear how it went!!!

[Blueeyes101817]

cant wait to hear how it went!

[ClemsonGirl]

This is so exciting! :yay: You have such a sweet idea, and I absolutely LOVE the shirt you made! She is going to love it! :banana: I can't wait to hear how it goes!! :hyper:

[WithDisneySpirit]

Hmmmm :goodvibes Spin must be enjoying a magical night with his princess and I hope DF by now!!

[alissa2008]

Hmmmm :goodvibes Spin must be enjoying a magical night with his princess and I hope DF by now!!

I want to know why he's not on dis right now postin pics!!! :hyper: :hyper:


:rotfl:

[imnotaprincess]

:goodvibes Hope it's all working out! Sending the good vibes from Tinley!:goodvibes

Can't wait to hear all about it!

[figmentcookie]

Good luck!!

I want to know why he's not on dis right now postin pics!!! :hyper: :hyper:


:rotfl:

Yeah, I'm ready to see the details. I'm sure his new DF wouldn't mind him taking just a little bit of time for all us tonight ;)

BTW, I'm also ready for him to start his wedding PJ as soon as he gets back. :rotfl2:

[BayouPrincess]

Spin,
You are one fantastic fella! I just got through all of this and I'm sure you are now officially a DF. Enjoy yourself with your beautiful princess. Next we get to hear about a wedding! :hug:

[DecemberBride]

I hope it was a magical evening!!!!!! Yay for sweet Df's! :cool1:

[DisneyBrideToni]

I just read this post! I can't wait to hear what happens. You have picked out a great ring and you have such a good idea!!!

[Chilly]

How did it go?

[dawrobin]

Eeekkk!!! This is so exciting. We can't wait to hear how it goes!

[pjstevens]

hellooooooo, we want pics!!!! There is NO way she could not have said yes, you are such the guy! We figure you are celebrating and don't want to share with us yet. We will try to be patient.

[keenercam]

I, too, am awaiting the report on the very romantic proposal! I really hope all went as planned for you. Can't wait to hear. Oh, and pix would be very generous of you! :goodvibes

[alissa2008]

:hyper: :hyper: LET'S GO LET'S GO!!!

You have all us impatient disbrides waiting with baited breath!!!!!!

[Donald'sGirl]

I just finished getting caught up and OMG you are one romantic guy! Your GF is so lucky to have you. Now... what happened??? Lets see some pix's!

[SpinDisc]

Hey everyone! Sorry for such a delay..this is gonna have to be a quick post, though, since I'm posting from my BlackBerry.

I cannot thank you all enough for all the support..as for last night..everything was magical! I can't even begin to tell you how perfect it was! My plan worked and then some! And my DF can't wait to talk to you all either..we've just been really busy celebrating and enjoying the World. There will be a post soon though..with pix (there's a video too). I just wanted to thank everyone for the posts, and let you know that I haven't forgotten about my friends on DIS!

Looking forward to talking to you all soon!
-Spin

[tlhbdm]

Congrats!!!!!!

[hope1826]

CONGRATULATIONS!!! :dance3:
I know I am a really late. But I just read this whole thread and I am so excited for you and your brand new DF! I can't wait to see the pics and video.

[IndyBride]

party: Congratulations!!!!!!!! Can't wait to see pics!

[HollyH]

We're so happy for you both! Can't wait to see the pictures and video!

Congratulations!

[29apr00]

Congratulations and I can't wait to hear all about the proposal, and of course, your soon to be Disney Wedding! ;)

[DecemberBride]

YAY YAY YAY :cool1: :thumbsup2 :hyper: :banana: :love:

We are all soooo happy for you!!!!!! Can't wait to hear the details! Oh, and we can't wait to convert your DF to a DISbride!!!! :rotfl:

[alissa2008]

Oh, and we can't wait to convert your DF to a DISbride!!!!

:idea:

:banana: + :dance3: + :surfweb: + :wizard: + :tinker: + :mickeyjum + :stir: = :bride:

[DisneyFairy19]

YEY

Pictures PLEASE tomorrow or as soon as possible!!!!!!!!!!!!

[alissa2008]

Hey do we know if Spin's pushing for a Disney wedding? Or was just popping the big question there?

[Petals & Pixie Dust]

Do we have an update yet??? :listen: Waiting popcorn::

[keenercam]

Congratulations! I am so happy for both of you! What an amazing memory you have created! Can't wait to hear all about it. :hug:

[pjstevens]

Congratulations!!!! We are all so happy for the two of you. Enjoy your vacation and when you get a chance (ASAP) we want to see photos and the video. :cool1:

[alissa2008]

:hyper: :hyper: Seriously, who goes 2 days without posting on the dis?!!!!!

:rotfl: he's going to come back and be like :eek: 42 pages of whining that there are no pics?!:lmao:

[breathinforluck]

CONGRATS. i'm been a lurker since the beginning. can't wait to hear how it all went!

[disneygal922]

Congrats! Can't wait to hear all about it! :goodvibes

[Cosi Bella]

Yay congrats!!! so exciting! We all cant' wait to see pics and video of the big moment, so hurry up and finish celebrating so we can all oogle :goodvibes

[oxlisamariexo]

:cloud9: Yay!!! Congrats, I, myself have been lurking and reading this post and I cant wait to see the pics and the video :):goodvibes

[Keira1387]

Congrats!! Can't wait to see pictures!!!

[PixyDusted]

CONGRATS! Can't wait to see the photos!

[BaBeeCee14]

:banana: Congratulations!!! We can't wait to hear all about it and see the pictures!!!

[BayouPrincess]

CONGRATULATIONS!
What a wonderful way to begin your lives together. I can't wait to see the pics and the video. You have worked hard to create the most perfect memory for you and your princess. I know we're all anxious to meet her.

Enjoy the rest of your visit to the world, then come back here and tell us everything! See you soon.

:love: :dance3: :cool1: :dance3: :earsboy: :earsgirl: :dance3: :cool1: :dance3::love:

[newyearsbride]

Eeep! Congratulations!!!! We can't wait for pics and video!

[Donald'sGirl]

:cool1: :banana: :dance3: CONGRATULATIONS!!!

I am so glad everything was "magical" for you! I can't wait to see your pictures and video! My DF prosped in Disney just over a month ago and I have to say as a bride it is the very best way to be proposed to!!!! :thumbsup2

[PhilHarMaestro]

YEAH!!! :dancer: :dancer: :dancer: :dancer: :dancer: Can't wait to hear details!!!

[PrincessSarah19]

Congratulations!!!!!!!!!

[the4princesses]

Hey everyone! Sorry for such a delay..this is gonna have to be a quick post, though, since I'm posting from my BlackBerry.

I cannot thank you all enough for all the support..as for last night..everything was magical! I can't even begin to tell you how perfect it was! My plan worked and then some! And my DF can't wait to talk to you all either..we've just been really busy celebrating and enjoying the World. There will be a post soon though..with pix (there's a video too). I just wanted to thank everyone for the posts, and let you know that I haven't forgotten about my friends on DIS!

Looking forward to talking to you all soon!
-Spin

CONGRAT'S CAN'T WAIT TO SEE THE PICTURES AND THE REPORT!!!
:bride: :bride: :dance3: :cool1:

[DisneyJules]

Oh that's so great! :banana: How exciting! I'm so looking forward to seeing the pictures.

[Chilly]

CONGRATULATIONS!!!


Can't wait to hear all the details.

[WithDisneySpirit]

So glad to hear everything was perfect!! :lovestruc :love: :goodvibes :cloud9:

[Lynn5700]

Aww congrats!!!! Glad it all went well!!!! I can't wait to see the pics :)

[Tink901]

Congrats! Glad to hear the all went as you planned. Can't wait to see pictures!

[figmentfan814]

Congratulations, glad to hear that everything went well :cool1: :banana: :dance3:

[disneychickforever]

I just found this! It's so sweet how you proposed to her! I can't wait to hear more :)

[DisneyBrideToni]

YAY!!!!!! HAPPY ENGAGEMENT TO YOUUUUUUUUUU! :cool1:

[JameysGirl57]

Spin-
:cool1: CONGRATULATIONS:cool1:

Can't wait to see the video and pictures!

[alissa2008]

:hyper: OMG how long is their trip?!!! Get on that blackberry, SPIN! :goodvibes

JK glad to hear everything went well...and like the others say, can't wait for the details!

[linzwylie]

Oh how sweet :love: Congratulations and can't wait to here more details

Linz xxx :)

[baby_becky716]

:yay: CONGRATS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:yay:

[PrincessBride010103]

Pics yet? popcorn::

[Ticky Toria 78]

Congratulations to you both!!!! :dance3:

[blondie7]

Congratulations to you both. I can't wait to hear all the details. Enjoy the rest of your trip.:yay:

[newyearsbride]

Restless Disbrides! We are ready and waiting not so patiently, haha!:rotfl2:

[Willow1213]

Congratulations to the both of you!
My DF proposed during Wishes on May 10th! Disney is such a romantic place. Now to convince him to have a Disney wedding....

[alissa2008]

:rotfl:


What day are they getting back already! popcorn::

[DisneyBrideToni]

WE WANT PICS...WE WANT PICS.... :yay: :yay: :yay:

[the4princesses]

JUST WANTING TO KNOW IF EVERYTHING IS OK!!!:hug: :worried:
NO POST ??? NO PICTURES???
:worried:

CAN'T WAIT!!:dance3:

[alissa2008]

JUST WANTING TO KNOW IF EVERYTHING IS OK!!!:hug: :worried:
NO POST ??? NO PICTURES???
:worried:

CAN'T WAIT!!:dance3:

They're still on vacation! :)

[Eeyore's Tailfinder]

CONGRATULATIONS!! :teeth:

[MyMelody]

I have been sitting here with popcorn:: for the last few days...
LOL
I am just wondering how everything went, sure hope he comes back with LOTS of pictures and a great story :goodvibes

[the4princesses]

They're still on vacation! :)

Thank you, I did not know.
Can't wait to see the pictures!!:banana:

[Mama of Indybride]

Waiting Waiting Waiting Waiting

:listen: Can't wait to hear all about it!

[DIS Big Kid]

Congratulations, :dance3: very beautiful story, glad to hear it turned out great. Can't wait to see the PICs. Wishing you all the best in your future together.:love:

[jetsetter90]

Wow ...they must really be celebrating!!!!!

CONGRATS!!!! and can't wait to read and see all about it.

TTFN
Jetsetter90

[snowhite09]

Wow, it took me a long time to find this. I haven't been on here in a long time. Is SpinDisc even still around. I'd love to hear the rest of the story.

[OceanGdss]

I can't wait to see the pics/video!! :thumbsup2

[SpinDisc]

Needless to say, I am stunned by the response that everyone has left me over the past week! I cannot believe all the :goodvibes that everyone has sent my way. And before I get into anything of an update, let me apologize for not getting back to you all much sooner. After the engagement, we've been in a whirlwind - first enjoying the vacation, and second, coming home and going over to our families to show them the ring, pics, etc...

With that said, ON WITH THE UPDATE! ::yes::

One second of frustrating new - I can't seem to find my memory card with all my pics & the video on it! :mad: As soon as I find it, I'll drop whatever I'm doing an post that stuff up ASAP. In the meantime, here's a play-by-play of what happened leading-up to and the day I proposed to my DF. :lovestruc

The night before we left for our trip, I talked over my plan to my bro & sis. My sis agreed to take the ring in her carry-on, and go over to another security line so my then-DGF would have no possibility of seeing anything. Once we got to the hotel, I got the ring from her, and the t-shirt from my luggage, and hid both of them in my bro's room. When my DF went to go do something (at this point, I can't remember) I hid the ring in the safe, and kept the key with me the entire time.

The following morning, 6/15, the nerves started. I was mostly concerned with how I was going to talk to a cast member without DF knowing. So, we left for MK without the ring/t-shirt (since we knew we'd be going back to the room before the night). We got there and went to the Bakery to get some breakfast (and as I'm typing this, I realize the humor in that we ate breakfast at the bakery...more on that later). Afterwards, as we were walking out of the Bakery deciding what we were gonna go do, I told the group I had a stomach-ache I needed to find a restroom. Of course, my DF said the same, so I told my siblings to wait for us in the Emporium. While walking to the restroom (which are conveniently located next to City Hall), I told DF I was feeling really sick, so if she was out before me, to just meet my siblings in the Emporium. She agreed, and walked into the restroom, at which point I ran backwards towards City Hall.

Once inside, I went up to a CM, Patrick (who is a certified SAINT ::yes:: and deserves almost all the credit for the success of my proposal), and told him my plan. I couldn't tell what he was thinking, but a near-by female CM who was listening-in on the conversation started getting all excited. Well, Patrick said he wasn't sure how it could be done, but advised me to get seats early for the parade, then to meet him back at City Hall around 8:00p to discuss further details. While I'm usually someone who panics over little details all the time, I trusted Patrick a lot and agreed, without knowing what would happen. I thanked him for his time, and headed back to meet my group.

The day was nice - we hit-up all 3 mountains, Buzz, and a few other rides by 1:30p, which is when we headed back to the hotel to rest-up for the evening (thank goodness my DF likes to take naps). While we were getting ready to go back out, I snuck the ring and t-shirt into my backpack for the night ahead.

When we got back to the park, my DF & I waited in like to get our bags checked. I jumped outta my line and ahead to another quickly showed them what I had, and he nodded and let me in. A few seconds later my DF came in and we all headed into the park.

At this point I should mention something - it was raining when we got back to the MK. Raining. A lot! :furious: But somewhere in me, I knew that it would hold up. When we headed in it was still drizzling, and kept doing so until around 7:45p (when we decided to sit for the parade). So we went to sit, and my bro, sis, & sis's BF went to look at shops, which left DF & I to save our spots. So right at 8:00p, I told DF that I wasn't feeling well again, and that I needed to run to the bathroom. She agreed to watch our spots, and I ran off. About halfway to City Hall, I was struck with panic - I had left my backpack, with the t-shirt & ring WITH MY DF!!!:scared1: I didn't know how I could run back to get the bag without being suspicious, but was terrified at the idea of her opening the bag to look for something, and finding that. In the end, I decided to have faith a hope she didn't look in the bag (which she didn't). I got to City Hall, and asked for Patrick.

"Patrick's not here right now."

:furious: WHAT?!?!?!?:furious: Well, where is he?

"I'm not sure, let me see if I can find out."

At this point, I was sure I really WAS gonna be sick! Then another CM came by, I guess saw the look on my face, and asked if they could help me. I asked if they knew where Patrick was and the CM was like "Oh, he's just outside handing out bracelets for Magic Hours. So I booked outside to find him.

I ran up to him, and he was like "yes?" I told him I talked to him earlier and he gave me the deer-in-headlights stare. I mentioned my proposal, and instantly :idea: . He immediately handed everything he was doing to two other CMs to help me (again, I cannot stress how helpful Patrick was!). We started walking, and the conversation went like this (Patrick, ME):

Where does she think you are?

Bathroom.

She bought that?

She had no choice - she the only one saving out spots.

Nice. Okay, where are you sitting?

Right in front of the Bakery on Main St.

Good location! What does she look like? What is she wearing?

((At this point I showed him a picture I took of us, so he would know what outfit she had on too))

Great! This makes it easy..okay, now to find another CM who'll be working the parade route.

((He found one, but he wasn't gonna be in the right location))

Okay, well, this is what we'll do. You go back and sit down by her. I'll walk by and see where you're sitting and go find the CM that'll be in your area. I'll let them know what you're looking to do (my original plan) and then I'll give you a sign that we're all set.

Really? That's it? How will I know when it's gonna happen?

You'll know. ;)

Is it gonna be sooner or later?

Around 8:50pm.

Perfect! Thank you SOOO much, Patrick!

((At this point I headed back to my seat))

While sitting there, I watched Patrick and various CMs walk past and gather at different points, chatting and casually looking my way. My DF was oblivious. The only thing she mentioned was that a lot of CMs noticed her birthday pin and wished her a happy birthday. I thought that would work nicely in with my plan (and it did).

Well, after a couple of passes, Patrick and another CM, Al (who was the man-in-charge during the proposal itself) passed by, both giving my the thumbs up - I nodded slightly, and they did as well, and kept walking. Then, another CM went to talk to the PhotoPass photographer that was set-up in-front of us, taking pics of people on Main St. in from of the castle. The photographer nodded, and looked over at me. Shortly after all this, around 8:45p, the fun began.

I looked down Main St. and started noticing about a dozen CMs gathering and chatting in the street. Then, I looked at the photographer, and he was denying people photos, while taking his camera off his tripod. Then he looked over at me, nodded as if it tell me "it's time", which is when I noticed the large group of CMs awkwardly moving our way. Again my DF was oblivious to all of this (which surprised me!). Well, all the sudden Al was standing in front of my DF and screamed "Well, I've heard we have a very special birthday here today. Today is D_______'s birthday! Let's all sing to her. At which point he helped her up, and she gave me a look like "I'm gonna kill you!" (she later admitted that she thought is was happening because all the CMs noticed her pin while she was sitting there, and that I pointed it out to more while she wasn't looking).

Okay, so she's up, and in Main St. being sung the birthday song by 12 CMs and pretty much 1/2 of Main St. The CMs were doing a great job a hamming it up, totally embarrassing her - but she was loving it, and looking around at everyone singing. And when the go to the last "Happy Birthday, to yoooou!" I snuck around the side of her, pulled out the ring, and got down on one knee. As I was standing up, I could hear people starting to gasp and shriek, because I think they knew what was coming. Anyway, I got down on one knee, and she instantly covered her mouth and started shaking. Then I said the five most important words in my life: D_______, will you marry me?!


She immediately started shaking her head yes, as I got up to give her a kiss and a hug. As I backed away to look at her, one of the CMs asked "Did she say yes?!" I told him yes, and they all went nuts, waving their light-sticks and hollarin'. I put the ring on her finger, and then Al surprised us by handing us Mickey top-hat ears & veil ears - something I knew nothing about! So while we were putting those on, a few guys CMs said that had another song to sing, at which point they started belting out "You are so BEAUTIFUL to ME (and him)" It was a really funny moment. Then I gave her the t-shirt and she put it on, we took a few more pics, and thanked all the CMs that sang. After that, we sat down to enjoy the parade.

Okay, so remember how I said I world with someone who's daughter worked at MK? Well, she was actually a character in Spectro (one of the dragonflies). During the parade, she came by, saw us and congratulated us. She also said we should keep our eyes open throughout the parade. What I didn't know was that she told other characters about us, and the would come over to congratulate or gesture to us. It was a great touch!

After the parade, while waiting for fireworks, we started calling our families, who were all thrilled. Surprisingly, neither my DF or I cried during the actual proposal (probably because it happened to quick), but while talking to families & friends, we lost it. We finished our phone calls right before the fireworks started. Here's the only pic I have right now, taken from my phone, right before the fireworks.

http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q44/SpinDisc/IMG00040.jpg

And everyone was right - it was better to do it all before the fireworks. It was really romantic to be able to watch them together as an engaged couple!

After the fireworks show, we headed back to City Hall to get out extra Magic Hours wristbands and to find Patrick. We did both, and couldn't stop thanking him. He explained that he had proposed just 3 weeks earlier, and knew how important that moment was, and was happy to help. We told him we also lucked-out because we got PhotoPass pics too. He asked us if we had a chance to see them yes, and we said no. So he goes behind the counter in City Hall, pulls out the memo-pad thing, writes a bunch on it and hands it to me. On top of everything that he had already done for me, he was also giving me a coupon for a free 5"x7" pic. I thanked him a million more times, and asked if there was anything at all I could do for him. He shook his head, and said he just liked making magic happen. Again, this man is awesome!::yes::

On that same note, if anyone knows anything a guest can do to show appreciation for a CM (not sure if I should write a letter or what, but I want to do something), please let me know.

The rest of the night was amazing, with people coming up to congratulate us! I cannot stress this enough (and I know I'm preaching to the choir here), but Disney really is the most magical place on earth!

Alright, talk about super-long post. Sorry again for the delay (and the no pics/video) but I'll post all that ASAP (most likely tomorrow...I mean, later today :thumbsup2 ).

Good night everyone - I hope you all enjoyed the update and can't wait to continue talking to all of you (and eventually, introducing my DF to all of you on here as well, as soon as we set-up an account for her).

:woohoo:
~Spin

[twiu]

That was definitely worth waiting for!!! Wow! What an amazing proposal! I'm so glad it turned out perfectly for you guys.

fyi, as a fellow cm, please write a letter about what the cm's did for you. Trust me, when a guest writes a letter, it always ends up in the right hands and the cm is always rewarded for his/her kindness. We're not allowed to accept gifts so being recognized is huge. He will definitely appreciate it.

Congratulations!! What a fantastic proposal. It must have been so magical for you both :) Can't wait to see the pictures & video. You go Spin!!!

[pjstevens]

Wow, what an amazing story!!! Thanks so much for letting us all 'share' in your special event. Can't wait to see those pics and video!

[hope1826]

OMG. You did such an amazing job. Good Luck to you both!!!!

[HollyH]

That was amazing! We leave for the Mouse in one week and my DS is proposing on the 4th of July. Your story is getting us so excited! I only hope their engagement is as magical as yours was!

Congratulations to you both!

[PixyDusted]

Congratulations! Seemed like it went very smoothly and was magical. :cool1:

[Blueeyes101817]

I love the story of your engagement! cant wait to see the pi ctures!

[keenercam]

Spin, I am so happy for you and D! :love: What a romantic proposal! The cast members are truly amazing and it was really wonderful of you to work out so many details to make that moment so special. Can't wait to hear all about your planning and to see more pix! :hug:

[disneychickforever]

What an amazing story, I'm glad everything worked out for you :)

So you'll have to tell us when the Disney Wedding is ;)

[DecemberBride]

I am so glad it all worked out... sounded magical! I love how all the CM's really went out of their way to help you! Disney is definitely a magical place!

I can't wait to see pics!!!!!!

Congratulations!!!!!! :love:

[Lynn5700]

OMG congrats again..you two are so stinking adorable.Love the picture...AWW!!!!

[alissa2008]

I agree with Lynn -- STINKING ADORABLE!! :lovestruc

While I was reading (aparently with a big dumb grin on my face) DF walked by and was like "How are the girls this morning?" :lmao: So I told him the story and he was like "awww" ... Hope you come back to share all of your planning stories!! And I MUST encourage a disney fairy tale wedding!!! I can't wait for D__ to come on dis and see all the great encouragement everyones been offering!!

CONGRATS!! :banana:

[MyMelody]

popcorn:: WOO HOO that was great!! Good luck to both of you in everything to come..... YAY! That was truly a moment of lots of :love: your future :bride: is beautiful! Once again wish you the best cant wait to see all the pictures

[IndyBride]

What a wonderful story!!! Thank you so much for sharing with us! And CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Mama of Indybride]

:thumbsup2

Worth the wait!

Of course, we want more more more!!!! :lmao:

Can't wait to see more pics...

Oh...

Congratulations!!!

[PyxiiDustt]

I'm so upset I missed this! I was there in MK that day, but we left at like 8:30 (because we flew in that morning and were tired). I wished I read this before I left for my trip because I would have stayed and watched, because it's so CUTE =]. Congratulations!!!!

[WithDisneySpirit]

Great update, Spin! You did so well and I am thrilled for both of you!!! Don't stop here, start saving your money right away for a Disney wedding! Take our word for it, there is nothing like it :goodvibes :lovestruc :bride:

[DisBride2007]

Awwwww!! What a great story. Congratulations!!!

[jacqu3lin3]

Aww!! How wonderful! Congrats!!!!! :goodvibes

[29apr00]

That was a great story!! Congratulations! I cant wait to see the pics!!

[SBPbride]

Congrats Spin! I'd love to see a pic of that ring from the top!

[BaBeeCee14]

Congratulations on your engagement! That was a really sweet story, thank you for sharing it with all of us :thumbsup2

[Roxychica7]

Congratulations Spin! I can't wait to see the pictures! Your story was truly amazing!

[jackdis]

OH MY GOODNESS!!! I am on page 6 but just wanted to say this is great. Sorry I didn't find it sooner. I have to get back to my reading now.......
:) :) :) :)

[jackdis]

CONGRATS!!! Have to go back to my reading.......

[jackdis]

OK. I'm totally caught up. I had tears in my eyes reading about "the moment." Awesome! I want to tell Patrick what a great job he did the next time I am there....LOL......

Enjoy this exciting time!!!!!

[Cosi Bella]

That was just the sweetest engagement ever!!! You did a great job, and you guys are always going to remember that magical day!!! yay, congrats!:goodvibes :goodvibes

[2002Disneybride]

Congrats--good job! :goodvibes

Now...the Disney wedding;)

[Donald'sGirl]

CONGRATULATIONS - SPIN!!:cool1: :banana: :dance3:

I go away for the weekend and you finally posted - it was an absolutley awesome way to end my weeked! I am so very happy for you and D!!! Now get planning that Disney wedding!! :lovestruc

Can't wait to see the pics and video!

[imnotaprincess]

What an awesome moment - thanks for sharing with us! Now, the real question - is it going to be Disney - or DiNolfo's! :rotfl2:

[daisy2]

Wow what an amazing story something to tell your children about. You did good. Congratulations to you both. We just celebrated our 6 year anniversary at Disneyland and had a grand time. Congratulations again.

[DIS Big Kid]

I am so happy for you Spin and D__ , thank you for sharing your touching tale of love and magic. I read it at work and really had to hide the tears in my eyes as I read your post.:thumbsup2 .
You both look so happy in your PIC. I wish you much happines together.

[Tink901]

Spin Congrats to you and D sounds like it was a great proposal - Disney is very magical. Thanks for sharing with us and the pics!!

[Chilly]

Congrats again. What a wonderful, magical evening, can't wait to see the photos.

[OceanGdss]

On that same note, if anyone knows anything a guest can do to show appreciation for a CM (not sure if I should write a letter or what, but I want to do something), please let me know.


First off, congratulations!!!!! I definately was among those in tears reading about your proposal! SO sweet!! And that pic is just smothered in sugar :lovestruc

As for Patrick, DEFINATELY write a letter. Call the main line, ask for MK City Hall, and find out who is Patrick's superior. Then write a letter. As a past CM it was such a magical moment for me when a guest would take time out to show their appreciation to me via a letter or phone call to my supervisor. AND, it goes into his employee file. Which is always a plus for a CM. There are thousands of CMs at the World, and it can be hard for the upper divisions to see all the hard work that some of them put into making magic happen. Its all up to guests like you :thumbsup2

[spincandy]

omigosh.. that was such a sweet and magical proposal!!! Congratulations to you both!!! xx

[shasess]

Awwww, that was such an awesome proposal!! You guys are soooo cute!!!!

[Ticky Toria 78]

Congrats again, what a great proposal! :yay:

[baby1disney]

Hey Spin!!! CONGRATS!!!!!! :thumbsup2 :banana: I'm soooo happy for you!! I've been waiting to see what had happened and it was worth the wait!!!! I'm sitting here typring through tears, so if I misspell some words, SORRY:lmao: !!! BUt, I wish you the best of luck and have fun of planning a Disney Wedding!!!!:cloud9: :cloud9:

[SpinDisc]

First, I wanted to thank everyone who's posted this whole time! Here's a special thank you to twiu, pjstevens, hope1826, HollyH (and good luck to your son next weekend - let us know how it goes!), PixyDusted, Blueeyes101817, keenercam, disneychickforever, DecemberBride, Lynn5700, alissa2008, MyMelody, IndyBride, Mama of Indybride, PyxiiDustt, WithDisneySpirit, DisBride2007, jacqu3lin3, 29apr00, SBPbride, BaBeeCee14, Roxychica7, jackdis, Cosi Bella, 2002Disbeyride, Donald'sGirl, imnotaprincess (it's neither Disney NOR DiNolfo's :lmao: ), daisy2, DIS Big Kid, Tink901, Chilly, OceanGdds, spincandy, shasess, Ticky Toria 78, and baby1disney, who've posted since my report! I love reading all the comments everyone leaves on here!!

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Now on to what people have been waiting for. I am soo sorry that I didn't get these photos up sooner. When I got home, I went to Walgreens to get photos printed from my memory card. Then we went to see our parents, and sometime that night my memory card went missing! :( I thought all was lost, until I was sitting at my parents one day and noticed it on their coffee table. I asked where they found it, and it turns out my mom accidentally took it off the counter, thinking it was hers. ::yes:: But now that I have it, here are the photos!!

Our first pic of the trip, waiting to take off.
http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q44/SpinDisc/v01.jpg

We're weird kids. ::yes::
http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q44/SpinDisc/v02.jpg

I used this photo to show the CMs what D looked like that day.
http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q44/SpinDisc/v03.jpg

Here's D waiting for the parade, with her birthday pin facing out (I insisted on it!).
http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q44/SpinDisc/v04.jpg

My best friend (just before the proposal). :lovestruc
http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q44/SpinDisc/v05.jpg

Here's where they stood her up and started singing the birthday song.
http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q44/SpinDisc/v06.jpg

THE MOMENT (I look goofy cause I was fighting back tears).
http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q44/SpinDisc/v07.jpg

Me laughing while the CMs sang "You are so beautiful to me!"
http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q44/SpinDisc/v08.jpg

Our pic on Main St. right after the proposal.
http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q44/SpinDisc/v09.jpg

D with her ears and the t-shirt!
http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q44/SpinDisc/v10.jpg

On the monorail back to the car, D showing off her bling.:rotfl:
http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q44/SpinDisc/v11.jpg

A trip like this really makes a girl tired.
http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q44/SpinDisc/v12.jpg

We were sad to go home.
http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q44/SpinDisc/v13.jpg

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Some more news - we've already set a date!! July 31, 2009! Sadly, we won't have a Disney wedding, but we're incorporating Disney into our wedding!

As for the video, I can't upload that from work. So I plan to have that up tomorrow sometime.

Hope everyone enjoyed the pics!! And I'll get D on here soon - as soon as the initial craziness dies down a bit :)

[BaBeeCee14]

Great pictures! :thumbsup2 Thanks for the update! Congratulations once again!

[Chilly]

Great photos! A pity you aren't having a Disney wedding but I'm sure it will still be magical.

[Tink901]

Great pictures - thanks for sharing!! Congrats on setting a date!!

[OceanGdss]

SO happy to see pictures!!!!! I Can't wait for the video!! YAY for setting a date! How exciting!! The countdown begins! We had 19 months between when we set the date and our wedding date (which is now 5 1/2 months away!) It will FLY by! Do have her come here and we will be MORE than happy to help plan your own DFTW at home!!! :)

[lov2b@disney]

Congratulations!! love the pictures!

[DecemberBride]

Love the pics! Congrats again!

[snow_white725]

Yay for pictures! I had a surprise engagement at WDW too and I will never forget everything my DF did to make it the best weekend ever! :love2:

[myprincessgirlisa]

CONGRATS!!!!!!!!!!

the pictures say it all...you 2 look SO happy !!!!!:goodvibes

[pjstevens]

Love the pics! Thanks so much for letting us share in your joy!

[disneywld2002]

Looks like it went off without a hitch .... Congratulations!!

[Blueeyes101817]

love the pictures!!!! cant wait to see the video--thanks again for sharing it with us and congrats!

[inkedupmomma]

omg:banana: AMAZING!! tha's truly so great!! so happy for you , and happy it went smoothly!! congrats!!

[mskayjay]

Thank you for letting us share your special moment and congratulations!!!!! I've watched this thread right along and it has been so cool. Post your video on youtube if you can/want to. I saw several proposals on there looking for a special way to do something for my DH. We'll be doing our 25th anny there on 9/3 and I really want to present him with a new band in a very special way (his current one is too wide to wear all the time with the work he does). I wanted to do b'fast at CRT but didn't get it booked. We are doing 1900 and they said Cinderella could present it to him but that won't be on our actual day. Dinner at CG the night of but how would I make it as special as what you did? Ideas?????

[the4princesses]

CONGRAT'S ON THE WEDDING DAY!! THAT'S FAST!!:bride:
I'VE WATCHED THIS SITE ALL THE TIME WAITING FOR THE PICTURES!!
YEAH!!:banana:

YOU ALL ARE SO CUTE TOGETHER!!:hug:
LOVE THE PICTURES!! IT WOULD HAVE BEEN SO NICE TO HAVE BEEN AT WISHES AND ABLE TO WATCH IT ALL UNFOLD!!

YOUR DF IS SO PRETTY! I KNOW SHE WAS SO PLEASED WITH THE RING AND THE WHOLE THING!!:thumbsup2

CAN'T WAIT TO SEE THE VIDEO!!
YOU HAVE A WONDERFUL DAY!!
KATHY:cutie:

[imnotaprincess]

imnotaprincess (it's neither Disney NOR DiNolfo's :lmao: ),


Thank Goodness! DiNolfos - :worried: Not so great!

Whatever it is, I'm sure it will be grand!

[Donald'sGirl]

The pictures are so awesome! You guys look so happy...and sleepy by the end of it! :lmao: Once again CONGRATULATIONS and on setting your date!! Even though you are not having a Disney wedding you have to keep us updated on your plans!

Laura

[MyMelody]

:woohoo: :banana: YAY! SpinDisc you did a great job and she is a very beautiful girl you are too :cool1: right now.... I am very happy for both of you and we wish you the BEST of luck....

[Mama of Indybride]

Hey!

I believe I spied an Eeyore sitting on your lovely Bride 2 B's lap!

Eeyore is my mostest favorite!!!

She obviously has excellent taste in all things!! ;)

Congratulations!

And don't worry! We have a year to try to change your mind about a Disney Wedding!

[IndyBride]

congrats on setting a date! That was difficult for us! Thanks for sharing the pics!

[29apr00]

Congrats Great pictures!!

[Eeyore's Tailfinder]

Awww great photos!! So cool that you captured the proposal!

And congrats once again!

[DISNEY*lover]

Congrats on your egagement! That was a really magical proposal! I'm sending lots of good luck wishes your way. You two look so happy together!! :lovestruc

[teruterubouzu]

Congratulations! That's a very cute proposal story. I love how giddy you both look in the photos.

[alissa2008]

Awesome! Just like I pictured it!! :goodvibes

[jackdis]

More congrats!!!! Thanks for sharing the pictures! Have fun during this exciting time!

[SpinDisc]

Thanks again, everyone!

And I know I'm a litte bit of a putz..but here's the video (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CplEW00xOwU)!

[keenercam]

How absolutely romantic and fabulous!! Thank you so much for sharing your special day/night with us! Can't wait to "meet" your DF on here! :goodvibes

[MyMelody]

:yay: The video is great!!:dance3: Good for you , you did a great job she must feel very special!:thumbsup2

[PhilHarMaestro]

AWWWWWW!! That is so perfect!!! Congratulations!!!

[Blueeyes101817]

i love it!!thanks for sharing it with us

[craigs bride]

Oh My your proposal had me in tears, how wonderful you have already set a date ,Congratulations to you and D...
your pics are amazing i hope we are all involved in your planning for your big day !!

[the4princesses]

great video!!
I'm so very happy for you both!!
When will we meet your DF?
Have a wonderful day!!
Kathy:flower3:

[Cosi Bella]

Yay for pics!! and yay for video!!! OMG that was sooooo sweet and romantic! Thanks for sharing and congrats on picking a date! That was very difficult for us as well!!! :thumbsup2

[disneydreamgirl05]

Oh how amazing!!! I just caught up reading!! So sweet and special! Congrats and best wishes!!:goodvibes

[the4princesses]

HI WHEN WILL WE MEET YOUR DISNEY BRIDE??
HOPE EVERTHING IS GOING WELL!!
WAITING FOR MORE POST!!:cheer2:

[IndyBride]

What a great video! Did one of your friends do that? You both looked so excited. Thanks for sharing!

[SpinDisc]

Wow...I just realized how long it's been since I've posted on here. Since we got back from that vacation, there was a lot of planning. And then I started and internship (35 hours a week)...and working full time (37.5 hours a week). Needless to say, I'm a little stretched for time. :surfweb:

But that's no excuse - hopefully in the next few days I'll get back up to speed on here, get my DF to join this board too and update everyone on the wedding plans (I have a feeling that this is just gonna be a all-in-one thread (engagement pj/wedding pj/honeymoon pj/recap). It's kinda nice to have the whole story in one place.:goodvibes

But more importantly - how's everyone been?!?! popcorn::

[the4princesses]

hi How are you all doing?
I'm waiting to meet your DF.
And to see all your plans for the
wedding. You all have not posted
on the site in a long time.
Please ask your DF to start posting
can't wait to read more!
Congrat's to you both!!
Have a wonderful day!!

[Angela0917]

You guys are so cute! I love the pics!! I want to hear more!!

[accountingbabe08]

Wow what I wonderful story. I'm so happy you got engaged at disney. That is something 30 years down the road when you bring your grandkids to disney a great story to tell them.


Belinda

[B2B-2008]

Congratulations, that was such a lovely romantic story. I'm in tears at my computer!

[kellypooh]

I just sat and read this whole thread -- how dare you make me cry at work!!! :laughing:
My son is planning to propose to his DGF during our trip in December :cheer2: I'm trying to get him to do something along these lines but he's more of a private guy so I'm not sure what he's got planned. Definitely keep us posted on the wedding plans! :surfweb:

[SpinDisc]

hi How are you all doing?
I'm waiting to meet your DF.
And to see all your plans for the
wedding. You all have not posted
on the site in a long time.
Please ask your DF to start posting
can't wait to read more!
Congrat's to you both!!
Have a wonderful day!!

Yeah, I'm working on that - hopefully she'll be on here soon, but for the time being, it'll probably only be through me.


You guys are so cute! I love the pics!! I want to hear more!!

Thank you - I'll keep trying to add more as much as possible :surfweb:


Wow what I wonderful story. I'm so happy you got engaged at disney. That is something 30 years down the road when you bring your grandkids to disney a great story to tell them.


Belinda

Yeah - within our group of friends it's already a popular story. Mosstly because my DF loves to tell it :blush:


Congratulations, that was such a lovely romantic story. I'm in tears at my computer!

I just sat and read this whole thread -- how dare you make me cry at work!!! :laughing:
My son is planning to propose to his DGF during our trip in December :cheer2: I'm trying to get him to do something along these lines but he's more of a private guy so I'm not sure what he's got planned. Definitely keep us posted on the wedding plans! :surfweb:

Sorry I made you both cry - but I guess that's a good thing. :) Kellypooh - any idea what your son's plans are? If he's looking for ideas, I'd be glad to help - I'm creative when it comes to proposals, and have ideas for the attention seekers and the private guys. Let me know if he'd like an ear or a second opinion. But either way, wish him luck for me! And I'll definitely keep you guys posed on plans. This is now going to become my Ultimate PJ!


And now the fun begins. Okay, since we got back from Disney in June (when I proposed to my DF), we've been doing planning non-stop. We've got so much done, but so much still to go.

Unlike most on this board, we won't be having a Disney Wedding. However, we're planning on incorporating some Disney elements into the reception. For now, here are some basics:

The Ceremony Location: St. Jude - New Lenox, IL
http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q44/SpinDisc/stjude.jpg

The Reception Location: Patrick Haley Mansion - Joliet, IL
http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q44/SpinDisc/PatrickHaley-1.jpg

Booked/Done: DJ, Photographer & Videographer. My DF already has her dress. She already picked-out the bridesmaid dresses (I'll try to add a photo later) & booked the florist.

To Do List: Tuxes, Cake, Limo, Invitations, Registry.

We also designed our Save-The-Dates - I'll upload the design when I get home tonight.

Right now, we're just kinda breathing, getting ready to go out and register (probably within the next month or two). With that in mind, does anyone have any advice for things that we definitely SHOULD or SHOULD NOT register for? Let us know!

Thanks, everyone! I'm soo glad that so many people like our story!!
Brian

[IndyBride]

Oh I'm so glad you started a PJ!!! If you can, please remind when your wedding date is? I see your honeymoon is in August so it's not too far off! I was told by a friend to register for stuff you want not just practicle things. She said all she did was register for was practicle things and didn't have anything fun. I haven't done it yet and still don't know if I am but if it gets her off my back it just might be worth it!!!

Can't wait to hear more of your story!!

[SpinDisc]

Oh I'm so glad you started a PJ!!! If you can, please remind when your wedding date is? I see your honeymoon is in August so it's not too far off! I was told by a friend to register for stuff you want not just practicle things. She said all she did was register for was practicle things and didn't have anything fun. I haven't done it yet and still don't know if I am but if it gets her off my back it just might be worth it!!!

Can't wait to hear more of your story!!

Hey IndyBride! My wedding date is July 31st, 2009. And thanks for the tips about registering - sounds like good advice to me! :)

Oh, yeah - and here's what our Save The Date's look like:
http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q44/SpinDisc/FullStripWeb.jpg

What do you all think? Going off the photobooth theme, we've also booked a photobooth for our reception as well. Should be fun!

Off to bed :surfweb: g'night!
Brian

[topsy]

OMG they are sooo cool! Did you take them in a normal photo booth? I love them!

[jessesgirl-080708]

Aww! I love you STD's! That's so awesome!!
Congratulations!

About the registry, I agree. Only things you really want. If you don't think you will use it, don't register for it. DH and I had a fairly short registry, but we ended up getting all but about five things! This way, instead of getting three sets of tubberware, a mixer, and a blender, our cabinets will only be filled with things we really wanted! Not just things we felt like we should register for!

[disneygal922]

Your Save the Dates are great! Such a creative idea! You guys are doing well on having so much planned already! Before DF and I decided on Disney we were considering the Patrick Haley Mansion. It is absolutely gorgeous! :goodvibes Can't wait to hear more of your plans! :thumbsup2

[jackdis]

LOVE your STD's!!!! (I feel like I should say Save the Date's, just incase someone doesn't know what I am talking about. LOL......)

That is a great idea to have a photobooth there. Wish I went to a wedding that had that!!!

Your reception site is BREATHTAKING!!!!!!!!!!!!

[IndyBride]

The STD's are great!! A really cute, creative idea! I can already tell your wedding is going to be awesome!

[figmentfan814]

The STDs turned out great! I'm sure your guests will love the photobooth at the reception too, I've heard those are always a hit!

[Raspberry Bubbles]

Love your story! So cute! Love the Save the Dates, too. Just perfect!

[SpinDisc]

OMG they are sooo cool! Did you take them in a normal photo booth? I love them!

Thanks, topsy! No, we didn't take them in a normal photobooth. We actually took them in my basement. I hung a curtain in a small walkway, and we sat on little stools. My sister took the pics with my camera & i photoshopped them to look like a photobooth. Thanks for the compliment, though! ;)

Aww! I love you STD's! That's so awesome!!
Congratulations!

About the registry, I agree. Only things you really want. If you don't think you will use it, don't register for it. DH and I had a fairly short registry, but we ended up getting all but about five things! This way, instead of getting three sets of tubberware, a mixer, and a blender, our cabinets will only be filled with things we really wanted! Not just things we felt like we should register for!

Good call about the registry, jessesgirl. However, since we both still live at home, we're finding there's a lot we "need" :eek: but it's been a fun process :)

Your Save the Dates are great! Such a creative idea! You guys are doing well on having so much planned already! Before DF and I decided on Disney we were considering the Patrick Haley Mansion. It is absolutely gorgeous! :goodvibes Can't wait to hear more of your plans! :thumbsup2

Thanks, disneygal. Yeah, Patrick Haley is no Disney, but it is amazing!! I try to drive by it as much as possible!

LOVE your STD's!!!! (I feel like I should say Save the Date's, just incase someone doesn't know what I am talking about. LOL......)

That is a great idea to have a photobooth there. Wish I went to a wedding that had that!!!

jackdis, I agree with you about the Save The Date's. Every time I go to say STDs I feel like people are gonna give me the stink eye. :lmao:

The STD's are great!! A really cute, creative idea! I can already tell your wedding is going to be awesome!

Thanks, IndyBride! Yeah, we're hoping it'll be awesome - at least we think it is (and a few of you too) ;)

BTW, I love the photos in your signature! They look like they're from an ad campaign - very professional and great lighting!! You both look really happy! :)

The STDs turned out great! I'm sure your guests will love the photobooth at the reception too, I've heard those are always a hit!

Thanks, figmentfan! We're really looking forward to having the photobooth - I'll let you all know how it works out.

Love your story! So cute! Love the Save the Dates, too. Just perfect!

:) Thank you, Raspberry Bubbles! I love getting new posts from people not already on the thread. :)

[Blueeyes101817]

i love teh save the dates--what a great idea!