Thank you so much to everyone who shared kind words and well wishes on our recent engagement. We read each and every message, and they have really warmed our hearts. Some of them were from longtime readers, with whom I’ve been fortunate to share snippets of fashion and life through this blog over the years. Several of you have asked about the proposal, so I figured I’d share on here…
We recently purchased our first condo and are doing renovations before moving in, which means the weekend started off like any other these days: with a visit to our BFFs at Home Depot. We grabbed a few bags of soil and picked out some pieces for the bathroom…riveting stuff…(Nick claims he used his better judgment at this point and resisted popping the question in the plumbing aisle). Back at our place, we were getting ready to work so I started to change into my manual labor “scrubs.” Nick asked if I wanted to keep my normal outfit on, which should’ve been my first clue something was up. He’s usually a strong advocate for practicality, so I’m thinking…are you nuts? I’m going to be hauling tile and shoveling cow manure!
I ignored this strange advice and proceeded to put on my dirty clothes and ratty sneakers. After just a few loaded trips up and down the stairs, I was panting like a dog and desperately needed to cool off on the roof. My tomatoes needed re-potting, so I decided to busy myself with that (yes, that is now my idea of fun…I’ve fast-forwarded straight to senior citizenship).
Soon after, Nick came bounding onto the roof deck with multiple cameras swinging from his neck (should’ve been my second clue). I figured the boy just liked to take scenic photos, so I went on super-focused on my plants. He appeared to aimlessly wander around the roof for a while before popping up from behind me with a bunch of seed packets in his hands. “Why don’t you plant these seeds?” I glanced disinterestedly and was like, cucumbers? It’s not the season yet!
He kept on awkwardly pushing them toward me saying I should plant them, which only made me more thoroughly confused, as seen above.
It took a while for me to realize a “special” packet was wedged between the cucumber seeds…
After seeing the back of the packet, it finally started to come together. I don’t remember a word said after that except he was down on one knee, and I was vigorously nodding. And it wasn’t until the ring was on that I noticed the multiple cameras from before set up like spycams.
I met Nick while we were freshmen in college, but even then it wasn’t hard for me to see his patience, creativity, and huge heart – qualities that I knew I’d be lucky to have someday in a husband and the father of my children. I’m the happiest girl to be starting the next chapter of life with my biggest supporter and best friend.
this is such a sweet proposal….love it .. its so creativity, thoughtful, intimate and sweet! Although i dont know you i wish you nothing but happiness, joy, and prosperity in your union! God Bless
Congratulations! You two are so beautiful together!
An
Just wanted to delurk and say congrats to you both! Love the proposal and how Nick captured your reaction! ~Mellee
I'm also a longtime reader/lurker who is coming out of hiding to say congratulations! This is one of my favorite blogs and I'm very happy for you and Nick. I also hope you share your wedding planning experience. =)
Congratulations! 🙂
Congratulations Jean and Nick!! I wish you two all the best as you guys embark on a new chapter in your lives together 🙂 Thank you for sharing your intimate moment with us!
congratulations!! so happy for you! and what an awesome journey you both have ahead!
Congratulations, Jean and Nick!!! I'm so happy for you guys!
What a creative and sweet way to propose. It's great that he was able to surprise you, and capture so much of it on film.
My sister and I are both longtime readers and fans of your blog, and we're both super excited for you!
Thank you for sharing your cute story with us!
Another long-time lurker here, who also remembers Petite Asian Boy fondly 🙂 So happy for you both! What a sweet and clever proposal. Congratulations!
A big congratulations to you! Can't wait to see the wedding fashion related posts.
congrats, jean!! that's amazing. 🙂 so happy for you both!
Congratulations, Jean and Nick! I was wondering if you were engaged as I saw Kelly mention something on IG a couple of days ago. However, I didn't see you post anything on IG at that time so I assumed I must have misread the comment. I'm a long time reader of yours. I'm so happy for you both and wish you both the best.
Nick's proposal was so clever! ^_^
Congratulations Jean and Nick!!! I am a long time reader of yours. I just want you to know that I'm super happy for you both!! You guys make such a lovely couple. May God Blesses you both with many many wonderful loving years together!!!
Your "why would I do that" face is PRICELESS. What a thoughtful way to propose!!!! You two are such a beautiful couple! Best wishes to you!
Recent reader here. Best wishes to you both! What a creative and sweet way to propose.
Congratulations!!! Wishing you all the best and can't wait to see your wedding related posts!
Congratulations! Thank you for sharing the sweet engagement story with us. Can't wait to see more wedding planning posts!
I'm so happy for the two of you! Congratulations!!
Aww… how sweet!! Congratulations!!
Hi Jean I've been reading your blog religiously but never made any comments. Big congratulations and wish you all the best! Can't wait to read your wedding dress post:) 恭喜恭喜！
OMG, congratulations! This is the cutest post ever. What sneaky idea! I love it.
Seriously, congrats. You two seem super happy together.
Congrats! – would love see up close pictures of your ring!
Amazing!! Congratulations Jane
Congratulations, Jean! This is the best news I read all week! I'm so happy for you and Nick and I look forward to reading about your wedding plans. Cute new blog layout, by the way!
Congratulations! You two are so lucky to have each other. =)
CONGRATS!!!! I am SOOOOO happy for you, Jean!! I canNOT wait for your updates on wedding planning! 🙂
Jenny
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congratulations from a person who never leaves comments!! I have learned a lot of fashion tips from you and appreciate your hard work!!!
Congratulations, Jean, from another long-time reader!! I have never commented before but really appreciate your blog. Many blessings to you and Nick as you start this new chapter!
Congratulations! so happy for the both of you!
So cute jean! Congratulations !!
This is so funny and sweet! You two deserve each other, Jean! Congratulations .:)
What a cute proposal. Nick seems like a great catch. 🙂 Congratulations Jean!!
Thank you for sharing this with us! My tears were in my eyes when I saw "Let's grow old together". It is very touching! Congratulations to you two again!
Best wishes to the two of you!
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Congrats Jean! Nick did such a good job with the proposal! Simply too cute! Loved that he was able to get photos of the whole thing as well 🙂 Cant wait to see how you style your wedding! Congrats again!
So adorable!! <333 Congrats!!! :))))))
Congratulations! This is one of the cutest and most creative proposal stories I ever heard. I haven't left a comment in ages but have been reading your blog. If growing plants/veggies make you feel like a senior citizen. Look at my backyard, I am a "true" senior citizen..haha. Congrats again, Jeans.
Nelah
Congratulations to you both!! ^_^
So so happy for you! I've been a long time reader and I love you!
The pictures are awesome! And the one of your face when you're looking at the seed packets is hilarious!
This is the cutest proposal! I wish you both all the best and all the happiness in the world!
-Uyen
congrats jean! so happy for you guys 🙂
Congratulations to both of you!!! You always seemed like such a great couple – thank you for sharing this next big step with all of us, your loyal readers! Nick really did an incredible job capturing the moment with his spy-cam setup. Looking forward to watching the wedding planning!
Dear Jean,
I've followed your cute little blog for a while and love it, and cannot be happier for your engagement. This is such an adorable proposal and I'm glad you got it all on camera! "Harvest Forever" is so sweet, may you two grow old happily together.
Another long time reader who has never commented, popping in to say that this post and the story of you and Nick make me genuinely happy. I don't think I've ever been this excited for the engagement of two people I've never met! Congratulations to you both, for finding such wonderful partners to go through life together, and best of luck with both the wedding and beyond!
Me too! This is my favorite blog, and now one of my favorite proposal stories. Congratulations and best wishes to you both!
How lovely! – Congratulations to you both!
Jean, I've been a long time reader, and have even gotten my friends into reading your wonderful blog. Although this is my first time commenting, I feel like I've gotten to "know" you and Nick throughout the years – so reading this blog post was like hearing a old friend has gotten engaged! Congratulations and I wish you guys a lifetime of happiness together.
Very thoughtful. Congratulations Jean and Nick!
Congratulations Jean, to you and Nick! What a heartwarming, unique and intimate proposal. I absolutely love it. You two are adorable. Wishing you the best in wedding planning 🙂 And many more years of happiness, health and laughter ahead to the both of you. I hope you'll share with us your journey of wedding planning and this new chapter ahead for you.
I can only hope I can find a sweet man of mine one day =) This girl is growing old by herself 😛
Jean, congratulations again to both you and Nick! What an exciting time for you as both new homeowners and now as you plan your wedding! I know many people say they "feel" married to their partners, but I will never forget how excited and thrilled and emotional I felt when I saw my now husband down on bended knee. Nor the look on his face as I walked down the aisle towards him during our wedding. You and Nick have been through many milestones and there are many waiting for you still. I love the "Grow Old With Me" theme, my husband said the same: Grow old with me, the best is yet to be. He was right and I hope you and Nick have only nothing but best moments ahead. Best Wishes for a very prosperous future!
Congratulations to you and Nick! First, congratulations on your recent engagement, but also on being a homeowner! You both are very inspiring individuals. I have been following your blog for years and was fortunate enough to meet you at a recent Ann Taylor event in the Prudential. I wish you both the best of luck on your new adventure.
I hope you keep us in the loop with your wedding planning. I have to mention that your face face is hilarious in the second photo.