We're Getting Married!

We have known each other since we were kids. Our families were actually very close, and we attended the same high school. Years after high school graduation, we rekindled one day at Planet Fitness Gym while we both were trying to accomplish some personal goals. Although it sounds very “millennial” of us, it all started from him sending me a direct message (D.M) on social media. A few weeks later, we had our first date which consisted of dinner and a movie followed by continuous laughter. I love to laugh and he made it happen effortlessly. I have to admit, his impeccable chivalry instantly made my heart melt.

It was Christmas Day! He came over my parent's home, attending our usual family gathering and gift exchange. While my family exchange gifts, we usually go and exchange our gifts privately. Well, this particular Christmas, I got him almost everything that he mentioned that he wanted (it was a lot guys! lol). However, when it was time for me to open my gifts, it was a $25 gift-card to T.J. Maxx. So, my initial thoughts (that I admit, were ungrateful) was "no he didn't, is this it?" lol. He then mentioned that my dad had my other gift because he had to pick it up for him. So, I proceed downstairs to ask my dad about the gift and he stares and says "I have no idea what you're talking about". I gave up and just smiled because at this point, I thought my gift was lost or that it will l show up at some point. I continued to happily watch my family as they continued to open gifts. He then comes out of nowhere and gets on one knee and says "oh, here's your other gift" while laughing and asked me to be his wife. I couldn't have been any more surprised.