How He Proposed….

I always knew that the most important part of the proposal was the surprise. When I found out that Anto had an upcoming work trip to New York City, I saw the perfect opportunity to make it something unforgettable. There wasn’t much time to plan, but I moved fast, doing everything I could to orchestrate each detail.

After what felt like a lifetime of anticipation, the crisp autumn Sunday morning finally arrived. I took Anto to a simple breakfast, where I barely touched my food. I blamed it on a queasy stomach, but in reality, I was just trying to keep it together. I secretly texted the photographer to confirm everything was set, and then suggested we go for a walk in Central Park.

As we walked toward the lake, my usual nonstop chatter faded into silence. I was doing everything I could to mask the nerves. When we reached the spot I had chosen, I spotted the photographer subtly stepping out of the bushes, and I knew... this was it.

The words I had rehearsed over and over again in the mirror? They vanished. In that moment, I just spoke from the heart, telling Anto how much I loved her and how deeply she meant to me. Then, I dropped to one knee… and everything else faded away.

It was a day filled with love, anticipation, and so much laughter, truly the beginning of our next chapter together.