How They Met
We met in graduate school as both of us were studying to become physical therapists. We found ourselves frequently hanging out together during our second year of school. We looked for each other at gatherings, stayed at school to study, and even rode the light rail home together. Eventually fate took its course and we were paired together for a group project. After completing the first part of the project, we met up with Crystal's sister for dinner. Immediately after dinner, her sister commented that we were more than just friends. Mike's friend continually texted him that night asking questions about this new girl as we were supposed to be completing our project. A few days later, Crystal finally had the nerve to ask Mike over for the evening (to watch Grey's Anatomy of all shows)! Both of us were nervous as neither was sure how to make the first move. Luckily, Crystal's roommate who never, ever watched television decided that he all of a sudden had an interest in Grey's Anatomy. Crystal wondered if the night would be a lost cause as he joined them on the couch. After an hour of deliberation and knowing the time constraints due to the arrival of Crystal's other roommate, Mike finally had an opportunity once the roommate left the room. He leaned over to Crystal and it was then that they shared their first kiss. The rest is history and they are looking forward to spending the rest of their lives together.
The Proposal
As a "surprise," Mike took Crystal up to Seattle for a Mariners baseball game for their third anniversary. He knew this would be special to Crystal as she is a long time baseball fan. Though Crystal guessed where they were going, they enjoyed to be what turned out to be a sunny, but chilly, day at Safeco Field. After the game, they meandered around Seattle and had dinner near Pike's Place. Mike really surprised Crystal with a place to stay that night instead of having to drive back to Portland. While relaxing in the hotel room, Mike told Crystal that there was a present in the overnight bag. Crystal found a wrapped box and was very curious. Inside the box was a baseball with a special note, "turn to me." When Crystal turned around, she saw Mike with a ring. He told her how much he loved her and asked for her to marry him. Of course she said yes! Crystal couldn't imagine a better surprise to celebrate their anniversary! Crystal and Mike are very excited for their wedding day - which is near their fourth anniversary of dating!
Engagement Photos by Lyfe Photography
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