I Got Engaged in NYC

by Taylor Brooks on November 16, 2009

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The Story

Last Thursday, I flew up to NYC (unbeknownst to Rachel).   The following morning, Rach arrived to meet with clients for an interior design project, or so she thought…

Her office txted her, said the lunch meeting was running late and her boss was milling around in Central Park.  She was to meet him at the Central Park Mall and from there they would walk to the appointment.

Surprise, surprise – no boss, just me with ring in hand.

Big, big thanks to Lindsay from Rach’s office as my planning partner in crime, Eric & Elisha Krauss for being my incognito photography team, and Ryan Swinford for providing me with an affordable crash pad.  I would not have been able to pull this off without your help.

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jen clapp November 16, 2009 at 1:59 pm

Ok…I haven’t looked at all the pictures yet, but I love love LOVE Rachel’s face in that picture above! Classic!

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shawn November 16, 2009 at 2:05 pm

well done, TB….congrats to both of you guys.

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kevin November 16, 2009 at 8:03 pm

great pics! couldn’t be more excited for you two! you’re in for the time of your life! awesome!

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Lana Fa Lana November 16, 2009 at 8:31 pm

They say that a picture is worth a thousand words and yours tell a wonderful story of love and adventure and fun and I still see the little boy I knew who has grown up to be a Godly man and is now venturing on a wonderful journey of being a husband!!! Well Taylooooo way to go. I am so very excited for you two. Marriage is GRAND. Enjoy every minute as your are preparing yourself for the ride of your life.

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jani ortlund November 16, 2009 at 9:18 pm

We are so happy for you! God bless you more and more~

Jani and Ray

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Marilyn Allan November 18, 2009 at 9:33 pm

Well, congratulations…..you both look very happy….and I know you will be!!! I can’t believe you are beating Amy to the alter!!!! She was your babysitter, and now you are all grown up and fixing to get married…..how did this happen??? Well, best of luck to you both….and I’m sure your Mama will keep me posted as plans progress for the big day!!! Marilyn

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Watkins November 24, 2009 at 10:38 am

Congrats man! Can’t wait to meet her.

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Gay Hightower November 24, 2009 at 8:12 pm

Taylor,
Way to go! Great job on the proposal! Like Joseph, looks like waiting for RACHEL was certainly worth it!!! :) We are SO happy for you both.
Love,
Gay & Larry Hightower

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Wilki December 4, 2009 at 9:06 pm

Congrats! Beautiful pics!

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