Wednesday, December 30, 2009

Some BIG News

Last night, B and I celebrated our two year anniversary from the day we met. We celebrate this day because we haven't spent a day apart since.
If you were on Twitter last night, then you already know...
B asked me to marry him and I said yes!!!

Well, according to B, I didn't actually say "yes" for about a minute. I was completely caught off guard and in shock and stared, open mouthed at the ring. B had to prompt me a second time for my answer. He was so nervous.
Below is an awkward photo of me attempting to show off the gorgeous ring. It's taken from a weird angle and it makes me look like a teeny tiny person with a big head.

So, the ring is from the 1920's and it's a family heirloom. I'll be the fourth woman to wear it and I'm honored. We're so excited and very, very happy.
I've been beside myself wanting to share this news with you.
xo,
Christina
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117 comments:

  1. nelyaDecember 30, 2009 at 8:48 AM

    That is so wonderful! You look absolutely lovely and positively beaming. Congratulations and many, many happy years to come!

    warmest wishes-nelya

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  2. evieDecember 30, 2009 at 8:50 AM

    congrats!!!

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  3. AnonymousDecember 30, 2009 at 8:52 AM

    hugely hugest congratulations!

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  4. Southern AspirationsDecember 30, 2009 at 8:53 AM

    oh my goodness, Christina, I am so happy for you! Congratulations!!

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  5. MorganDecember 30, 2009 at 9:08 AM

    WAHOO! Congratulations! How exciting!

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  6. carolina @ patagonia giftsDecember 30, 2009 at 9:09 AM

    congratulations Christina! those are really great, great news! you both look sooo happy! best wishes! xo

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  7. BeckyDecember 30, 2009 at 9:11 AM

    CONGRATULATIONS!!!!

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  8. carrie1December 30, 2009 at 9:17 AM

    Congrats on the engagment!

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  9. Runrgurl10December 30, 2009 at 9:22 AM

    Congrats, that's so exciting!!! I can't wait to see your wedding ideas since your design sense is awesome!

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  10. UnknownDecember 30, 2009 at 9:24 AM

    oh my god congrats! that was a surprise even to me reading the post (i had to scroll down to read the "marry him")!!

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  11. UnknownDecember 30, 2009 at 9:49 AM

    CONGRATULATIONS! Yay!!!

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  12. Marsi @ The Cottage CheeseDecember 30, 2009 at 9:55 AM

    I'm BEYOND excited for you Christina! Congratulations to you and B, you are going to have such a wonderful life together! XOXO -- Marsi

    P.S. The ring is gorgeous, and even more special because of its history!

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  13. Haven and HomeDecember 30, 2009 at 10:09 AM

    YEAH!!!!!!!!!!! Congratulations!!!!!!! That is so great! Can't wait to hear about the wedding planning!

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  14. GingerDecember 30, 2009 at 10:10 AM

    Oh my goodness! Congratulations!!!! So happy for you two!

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  15. SarahDecember 30, 2009 at 10:11 AM

    Congratulations! That is so exciting!! Being engaged is the best part!

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  16. Live a Colorful LifeDecember 30, 2009 at 10:19 AM

    I get to be the first to say "WOO HOO"!!!!! Congrats!

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  17. In Honor Of DesignDecember 30, 2009 at 10:27 AM

    OH MY GOSH!!! What exciting news! So happy for you. Get ready for the best ride of your life! Marriage is wonderful.

    Congrats girl!
    :) Anna

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  18. bananas.December 30, 2009 at 10:33 AM

    HOLY CRAPPOLA!!!! that's HUGE!!!!!!!!!!

    i swear i thought you were married already...ha! which only means your union is meant to be.

    BIG FATTY CONGRATS to you and B!!!!!!!!

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  19. AnonymousDecember 30, 2009 at 10:34 AM

    yay! congrats! that is so exciting!!

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  20. aaaaDecember 30, 2009 at 10:41 AM

    omg!! christina i'm so happy for you!! you look sooooooooo beautiful together :) and you seem to be extremely happy :)how cool!!

    love..

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  21. nicole mountzDecember 30, 2009 at 10:43 AM

    !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    what!?!?!?!? yayyyy!!! oh my gosh congratulations beautiful!! how exciting, and you look GORGEOUS in that photo! you lucky lady you!
    its been a rush of a week but we are now engaged at the same time! josh and i got engaged almost two weeks ago! how exciting, cannot WAIT to hear all about your wedding plans lady! and i could not be happier for you two!!

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  22. Brunette and PinkDecember 30, 2009 at 10:43 AM

    Congratulations to both of you! Wishing you a lifetime of joy!

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  23. Brunette and PinkDecember 30, 2009 at 10:43 AM

    Congratulations to both of you! Wishing you a lifetime of joy!

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  24. AnonymousDecember 30, 2009 at 10:45 AM

    I know I already congratulated you on Twitter, but here's another congratulations for you!!! Gosh, how cute are you two in those pictures?

    Wishing you all the best!

    xo
    Micaela

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  25. RachelDecember 30, 2009 at 10:50 AM

    CONGRATULATIONS!! How exciting! The ring looks beautiful from that angle, and how special it is a family heirloom!

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  26. Iva MessyDecember 30, 2009 at 10:51 AM

    I am so so so SO happy for you!!! Congratulations!!! {you lucky duck B!!!} ;) What a beautiful ring. really. what an honor to wear it!! EEK!! I am so excited!!

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  27. off switchDecember 30, 2009 at 10:52 AM

    so incredibly happy for you two! gosh, i just know you'll have a beautiful wedding and a beautiful life together. can't wait! :)

    xoxo,
    katie

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  28. JenDecember 30, 2009 at 11:04 AM

    CONGRATULATIONS!! What a nice way to start the new year.

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  29. NikkiDecember 30, 2009 at 11:08 AM

    Congratulations! Can't wait to see some wedding related posts. What an exciting end to one year, and an exciting beginning to another!

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  30. melifaifDecember 30, 2009 at 11:16 AM

    Congrats Christina! A family heirloom? Wow. Honored, I say? He definitely wants this to last forever. Many blessings to you both.

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  31. Janine / Being BrazenDecember 30, 2009 at 11:24 AM

    CONGRATS!!!!!

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  32. heisschicDecember 30, 2009 at 11:27 AM

    AHHHHHHH CONGRATS!!! oh goodness this is exciting.


    what a great way to end 2009- and an even better start to 2010!

    Again, congrats and I wish you both all the best!



    (ps nice dress!)

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  33. Sarah December 30, 2009 at 11:29 AM

    You don't know me, but I quietly follow your blog and I am just so happy for you. Many blessings and CONGRATS. {Love the ring, by the way!!!}

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  34. drollgirlDecember 30, 2009 at 11:30 AM

    this is the best news ever!!! a giant and hearty congratulations to you both! this is major, and so happy! woo hoo for you both!!!!!!!!! cheers all around!!!!!

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  35. JuliaDecember 30, 2009 at 11:33 AM

    Best wishes to you and B! I have been engaged for a few months now and my perma-grin still hasn't faded.
    Many fun times with your fiance are now ahead of you!

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  36. Marie December 30, 2009 at 11:37 AM

    Congrats, so exciting and I love that it's an heirloom!

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  37. Tammy@InStitchesDecember 30, 2009 at 11:42 AM

    Congrats.... what a gorgeous ring !

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  38. MalindaDecember 30, 2009 at 12:06 PM

    congrats!

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  39. Lianna KnightDecember 30, 2009 at 12:07 PM

    CONGRATULATIONS!!! Just wait and see what a blessed engagement and marriage this will be :)

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  40. Tiffany and the MunchkinsDecember 30, 2009 at 12:28 PM

    Congratulations! That is so exciting! The ring is beautiful and how awesome that it is an heirloom. That makes it even more special!

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  41. Beth CyrDecember 30, 2009 at 12:36 PM

    yippeeee!!!!!!!

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  42. TheBeautyFileDecember 30, 2009 at 12:37 PM

    CONGRATS!!! That's so exciting!! All the best! What a way to ring in 2010!

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  43. stacy diDecember 30, 2009 at 12:37 PM

    CONGRATULATIONS!!! I'm so happy for you. It's really wonderful news...you are such a cute couple. How exciting!!!!

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  44. MonikaDecember 30, 2009 at 12:48 PM

    Big news, Christina! I am so happy for you!! Congratulations!!

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  45. AlineDecember 30, 2009 at 12:50 PM

    so amazing! congratulations!!! what a special ring too! i'm so happy for you!

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  46. Jean Michelle MiernikDecember 30, 2009 at 1:03 PM

    How romantic! I love wedding rings that are family heirlooms, bringing all that history into a new union.

    Congratulations! :)

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  47. JenniDecember 30, 2009 at 1:13 PM

    AHHHH that is so exciting!!!!! I got engaged Christmas morning and Nicole Addison from Teacups in Peony got engaged a week before that! It's going to be so much fun to see you guys plan on the same schedule i'm on!!! Congrats!!!!!

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  48. Leah Brunner December 30, 2009 at 1:14 PM

    awww congratulations! that's so exciting! that is really cool the ring is a family heirloom, that makes it all the more special!

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  49. amyDecember 30, 2009 at 1:17 PM

    Congrats! It's so exciting when you get to that point in a relationship. <3

    I also wear a family heirloom ring and it is my most precious possession.

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  50. Christine--RHPDecember 30, 2009 at 1:20 PM

    CONGRATULATIONS!!

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  51. Jennifer RoseDecember 30, 2009 at 1:52 PM

    congrats! :D

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  52. candacemorrisDecember 30, 2009 at 2:02 PM

    congrats! how freaking fabulous is that ring? We want a close up!

    Looking forward to the wedding posts and fabulous ideas, though I admit to wondering how you will fit it all in!!! Do take care of yourself in this time, little lady.

    I attended a wedding Savannah three years ago, it was in the mansion at forsythe park. amazing...i love that city.

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  53. AnonymousDecember 30, 2009 at 2:07 PM

    Christina, that is so exciting and a big congrats to you and B! Again, if you have questions, need advice, or just want to chat please feel free to email me. I would love to help. Cheers!

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  54. AngelaDecember 30, 2009 at 2:24 PM

    Congratulations! I wish you guys all of the best! xo

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  55. Bunny BDecember 30, 2009 at 2:31 PM

    WOW!!! Congratulations!!! That's awesome and I'm so happy for you :) Happy New Year!!

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  56. RACHAEL BDecember 30, 2009 at 2:40 PM

    CONGRATULATIONS!!!

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  57. Helena - A Diary of LovelyDecember 30, 2009 at 2:48 PM

    Congratulations!!! All the best!! Would love to see the precious ring! :)

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  58. CandiceDecember 30, 2009 at 3:03 PM

    Congratulations!!!!! What a great start to the new year :)

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  59. CateDecember 30, 2009 at 3:04 PM

    Congratulations!!! That sounds like a very romantic proposal, special and straight from the heart.
    I feel very excited for you and will have a smile on my face for the day.

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  60. Maggie MayDecember 30, 2009 at 3:31 PM

    Congratulations! what a fantastic December for you :)

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  61. Audrey AllureDecember 30, 2009 at 3:35 PM

    congratulations!

    love your blog :)
    - Audrey Allure

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  62. SamDecember 30, 2009 at 3:39 PM

    CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! XXX's and OOO's!!!

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  63. Chelsi ArchibaldDecember 30, 2009 at 3:44 PM

    Congrats Doll! Basque in the happiness!

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  64. KellieDecember 30, 2009 at 3:45 PM

    So exciting! Congrats!!!

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  65. AnonymousDecember 30, 2009 at 3:52 PM

    Congratulations! Get ready for the fun in wedding planning. it's a blast!

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  66. ChristyDecember 30, 2009 at 3:54 PM

    Wow! Congratulations!!! ...and what a special ring!

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  67. AnonymousDecember 30, 2009 at 3:54 PM

    Congratulations, congratulations, congratulations!!! I'm so happy for you!! :-D

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  68. inkWELL PressDecember 30, 2009 at 4:15 PM

    Congrats Congrats! What exciting news!

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  69.  VivDecember 30, 2009 at 4:35 PM

    Ohh congratulations!! Wedding proposals make me all teary. I wish you both a beautiful life together full of wonderful memories and lots of laughs. The ring is so special. What a great way to end the year!!

    Viv xx

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  70. UnknownDecember 30, 2009 at 4:36 PM

    Oh my goodness, how did I miss this! Congratulations!!!You two look so adorable and the ring is just beautiful!

    xo

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  71. Laura LooDecember 30, 2009 at 5:27 PM

    Congrats!! Best of luck to you in the New Year!

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  72. kesDecember 30, 2009 at 5:28 PM

    yayayyayayayayay!

    I wish I were there to buy you both celebration drinks!

    this definitely calls for glasses of bubbly!!!

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  73. Diana December 30, 2009 at 5:33 PM

    I love how you incorporated the ring that means so much. i just emailed you after i felt like i fell off my chair!!

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  74. MagchunkDecember 30, 2009 at 6:15 PM

    I am ridiculously excited for you. And the ring is just beautiful! Congrats to you both again!

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  75. Melanie's RandomnessDecember 30, 2009 at 6:45 PM

    Omg Congrats!!!! That's such a beautiful thing that your ring is a family heirloom. Awww. I wish you guys just the absolute best.

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  76. JackieDecember 30, 2009 at 6:52 PM

    How wonderful! Congrats to you and B! Can't wait to hear all your fab wedding ideas. It is sure to be a very stylish event!

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  77. SamanthaDecember 30, 2009 at 7:20 PM

    Congrats! What a great day and what a special ring.

    Marriage is a great thing.

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  78. Erin {House of Turquoise}December 30, 2009 at 7:38 PM

    Soooooooo exciting!!!! CONGRATS Christina!!!!

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  79. cerebral eDecember 30, 2009 at 8:21 PM

    Congratulations and happy new year. The ring is beautiful. You both look...glowy.

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  80. ABSOLUTELY NOT MARTHADecember 30, 2009 at 9:02 PM

    i am sooooo happy for you--congratulations and best wishes to you both. (i, too, have my husband's grandmother's ring...an honor indeed.)

    happy new year! xo

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  81. Laura TreveyDecember 30, 2009 at 9:17 PM

    Yay!!!
    I'm so excited and happy for you ~~
    You deserve all the happiness 2010 can bring ~~

    xoxo

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  82. KristenDecember 30, 2009 at 9:23 PM

    Christina!!!! Congratulations!! Oh, I couldn't be more excited for you. I am so, so happy for you and B!!! Enjoy every minute of your engagement and congratulations!!!

    PS- the ring sounds incredible!! What an amazing honor!

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  83. AbbieDecember 30, 2009 at 9:31 PM

    Congratulations!! How exciting! I love that your ring is an heirloom. Very, very cool.

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  84. ######December 30, 2009 at 11:39 PM

    WOW 73 comments of goodness to you..do I am 74...HAAA congrats! Everyone is getting married and having babies in blog land. I wish yall the best.

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  85. JinahDecember 31, 2009 at 2:17 AM

    Congratulations lady!

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  86. GabbiDecember 31, 2009 at 4:04 AM

    Congratulations Christina!!!♥ What an awesome way to end the year... very romantic. And I love the photos you've shared with us. Lots of love and wishes for a Happy New Year!

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  87. Felicia|DaLipstickBanditDecember 31, 2009 at 8:49 AM

    CONGRATULATIONS!!!! I'm so happy for you! :) :) :) :) :)

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  88. JohannaDecember 31, 2009 at 10:47 AM

    WOW! Congrats! I wish you guys all the happiness in the world. :-)

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  89. MarilynDecember 31, 2009 at 11:15 AM

    Congratulations!

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  90. SwethaDecember 31, 2009 at 11:49 AM

    Congrats!!!!! you both look great together :)

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  91. oh, hello friend.December 31, 2009 at 12:30 PM

    ohmigoodness CONGRATS!!!!! :) that is just fabulous! hurray i cant wait to see all the wedding plans! we can prepare for our weddings and stress out together ;)

    congrats friend, that is so lovely!

    xo. danni

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  92. Jenna @ Mi Vida BonitaDecember 31, 2009 at 1:22 PM

    Awww CONGRATS! What a lovely way to start the new year!

    xoxo

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  93. FROM THE RIGHT BANKDecember 31, 2009 at 1:59 PM

    Congratulations, Christina! I'm so thrilled for you!!! I've been busy with my move and haven't had much time to comment lately but I just wanted to tell you how wonderful it's been meeting my "orange buddy" this year! I think you're a rock star and can't wait to follow you in the new year. Congrats again! xoxo, Ally

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  94. Design A-PeeleDecember 31, 2009 at 2:34 PM

    just found your blog. Congrats on getting engaged! Marriage is the best thing in the entire world!

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  95. Erin @ SYL: Slipcover Your LifeDecember 31, 2009 at 3:25 PM

    OMG this is beyond exciting! Congrats!!!

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  96. CourtneyDecember 31, 2009 at 3:31 PM

    {a belated} Congratulations to you and B!

    I'm so excited for you and I hope you have a wonderful NYE as a newly engaged couple. 2010 will be a fantastic year for you two.

    Cheers!

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  97. Paige @ Little NostalgiaDecember 31, 2009 at 3:58 PM

    Congrats! And I love that you're wearing a family heirloom. That makes it even more special.

    Best of luck!

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  98. JennieDecember 31, 2009 at 5:01 PM

    Congratulations, Christina! What a beautiful bride you'll be.

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  99. JacquieDecember 31, 2009 at 5:21 PM

    oh yay, fun news!

    Congratulations xo

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  100. lindseyJanuary 1, 2010 at 9:54 AM

    So exciting! Congratulations! Wedding planning is so fun — and the marriage is even better :)

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  101. leniJanuary 1, 2010 at 2:57 PM

    congrats! apparently it also took me a minute to get the words 'yes' out of my mouth. happy planning.

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  102. UnknownJanuary 1, 2010 at 3:35 PM

    what wonderful news! congratulations, i couldn't be happier for you.

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  103. JessicaJanuary 1, 2010 at 6:28 PM

    Oh my goodness! Congratulations!

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  104. Callie GraysonJanuary 1, 2010 at 7:24 PM

    eeeee, I am so happy for you both!! How exciting!
    and what a beautiful way to begin with something special... ring that has been through 3 marriages, what a fabulous honour. You will be a very beautiful bride and I can't wait to see photos!!

    xx
    callie

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  105. carly maryJanuary 1, 2010 at 8:01 PM

    wow! happy new year to you!
    this is exciting! i can't wait to see some wedding planning happening!
    congrats to you both!
    you guys are adorable!

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  106. UnknownJanuary 2, 2010 at 10:33 AM

    Great news! I love that the ring is a family piece. I have a vintage ring too. It makes me happy every time I look at it. I've had mine 13 years now. Best of luck to the two of you! Happy New Year indeed!

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  107. BrandieJanuary 3, 2010 at 9:07 AM

    Congratulations!!!

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  108. Rachel FollettJanuary 3, 2010 at 3:59 PM

    Eeeekk!!!! How freaking exciting is that?! I am so happy for you guys. You two are too cute together and your ring is gorgeous! My ring is also passed down to me and I wouldnt have wanted any other way. It is so special and timeless. What a great way to start the New Year! A huuuge congrats! :)

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  109. kadlerJanuary 4, 2010 at 4:50 AM

    Holy moley, I am comment 112. Justwanted to say congrats again! Can't wait to see how the planning goes :)

    xo
    Karen

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  110. UnknownJanuary 4, 2010 at 4:03 PM

    OH ...CONGRATULATIONS!! ...happy new year!

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  111. AnonymousJanuary 4, 2010 at 8:30 PM

    I sort of have been offline for the last few weeks and this is way late, but congratulations, I got engaged last July and it has been the best 6 months of my life so far! So happy for you! :)

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  112. Simply GroveJanuary 5, 2010 at 2:41 AM

    A big congrats to you!!! How exciting! I hope that you post your many wedding ideas that I am sure you will have over these future months! xx

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  113. RhianneJanuary 8, 2010 at 7:11 AM

    Eee, this is so exciting, congratulations!! :)

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  114. MicaelaJanuary 9, 2010 at 1:26 PM

    CHEERS TO LOVE!!!!

    i'm enamored with the story behind your gorgeous ring.

    i'm excited because my boyfriend became my future husband reccently too!!! ;) so i'm excited to watch your journey and get some ideas from you, beautiful-bride-to-be!

    CONGRATS CONGRATS CONGRATS! XO

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  115. manvi @ mochatiniJanuary 21, 2010 at 4:44 PM

    ooh. i just saw this. congrats christina! so happy for you two!

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  116. AlexiaFebruary 16, 2010 at 12:03 AM

    Wow! Congrats to you! It seems that i was engaged less than a week after you! My ring is from the late 1920's! How exciting. I hope you post some things about your wedding plans and ideas!

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  117. AshleyMay 13, 2010 at 2:35 PM

    Hi, just found your blog and look forward to following. I came across this entry and had to comment because i as well have a 1920's family heirloom. I am the 3rd person to wear it! I kinda tweaked mine a bit after i got it but i LOVE the old antique look and feel that heirlooms give. I know it happened months ago, but Congrats to you!
    Ashley

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