Brad surprised me with a romantic trip to Santa Barbara, CA for Valentine’s Day 2020. After having to postpone the trip once or twice (thanks to a certain pandemic), we finally made it! Brad planned every detail. We hiked Monday morning to a waterfall which we were unfortunately unable to find. Nonetheless it was a beautiful day for a hike. We walked along State Street enjoying great food and cold drinks. We took selfies at the Santa Barbara courthouse and posted pictures on social media which sparked some confusion and controversy on the proposal plans... We got all dolled up for a night of pre-dinner cocktails and an elegant dinner. We enjoyed a few drinks by the beach, and then took a cab to the Four Seasons. When we arrived there was a violinist playing our favorite songs and and champagne and rose petals waiting for us. I was calm and collected all day until I “finally” realized what was happening, then the tears started. Luckily it was windy enough to dry my tears before they ruined my make up! Brad had a wonderful speech planned and after everything, he actually forgot to pop the question! Luckily he has me to remind him of the important things.