Our engagement story is probably still my favorite of all "our" stories. I love that it happened nearby; a place that I drive past at least once a week. I smile every time I see those two intermingled trees at the top of that field. I love that it occured on Good Friday. I love that it was unique and TOTALLY unexpected. I love that it had some funny elements, some unplanned occurances. I love that its uniquely ours alone. Daryl knew me well even then. He knows me even better now. And I still love every detail about that day. And I love him more than I can ever express.
I'm so thankful that some things never change.
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Every couple has their story.
I'm so thankful that some things never change.
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Every couple has their story.
Every story is unique and special.
Ours is definately no exception.
March 29th is a very special date for us...it is the date on which:
Daryl drove me along a dirtroad on the back of his motorcycle
...and detoured through a field of soybeans. 
He parked the bike 
in the middle of a cornfield, 
on top of a hill,
at the base of two special trees, 
got down on one knee and spoke the words,
"Mandy, will you do me the honor of being my wife?"To which I responded
"Of course!"...
...and, eight years later, my love for him has grown like those two special trees.
Bigger.
Stronger.
With roots intermingled in God's soil
Creating a firm foundation.
Weathering life's sun and storms
Together.
I can't imagine my life without him. Nor do I want to!
After all, one of my favorite places to be is driving along a dirtroad on the back of his motorcycle...
5 comments:
I read that on a Hallmark card.................................................................. HAHAHAHAHAHHA, just being your big, obnoxious sister! I knew exactly what those two trees were, when I saw the picture. You even drove me by there. It was a teary-eyed drive, especially for the kids in the backseat! Daryl Yount, you are such a sweetie! You Rock!!!!!
I actually would like to write cards for Hallmark...so thanks for the vote of confidence!! I forgot that I took you past there. I love taking people by there and sharing our story. I'm glad that my man did it somewhere close and with some "history" for us so that I can relive that moment every time I see "our two special trees"!
That story is just too cute!! You should write cards for Hallmark. I remember when you called and told me you were engaged. In fact I think I guessed before you told me!!
I too, have seen those trees first hand. The second your blog came up I knew the trees. Just way to special. Pap ask me to marry him while in Michigan, don't think I'll ever see that spot again. About writing for Halmark, quit wishing and do something about it, you definitely got what it takes. Hope you have a good health day today. We are praying for you.
Oh how sweet....thanks for updating...I wondered if you were ok?!
Kristy
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