Member since: 9/15/2007
It's usually fairly easy for me to keep my two blogs separated because my place on Disaboom is dedicated to all my thoughts on disability-related issues and I use "If the World Had Wheels" for my personal stories and a place to rattle on about my other loves in life. This weekend's events were SO H*UG*E* that I just feel the urge to tell everyone. I've been anxious to share the news with other Disaboomers.....So here goes!
I got engaged!
Adam and I have been dating for several years but I was honestly completely surprised! The proposal was perfect and totally me...I really can't imagine being happier. The shock is beginning to subside and I think I'll bask in the joy for at least a few more days before I ponder any serious decisions. We've got so many things to consider with dates and details. Because most of my milestones have been reached in untraditional ways, I've always wanted my wedding to be the one thing that isn't necessarily "different", adapted, or modified. I'd like it to be traditional, but also showcase our personalities, be a blast for our friends and family, and celebrate us! Not to much to ask, right!?
I've never been the girl with wedding magazines because I felt like that was presumptuous and would spoil the fun when I actually was ready to plan the big day. Now that it's official-today I purchased my first magazine and I must say...it's a bit overwhelming! It's fairly clear that denying disability is going to play a factor in the wedding plans is a bit ridiculous so I'm ready to think about my modified options. Finding a dress is going to be fairly tricky and we haven't decided which parts of the reception traditions we'll include (couple dance? bride/father dance? groom/mother dance?). It's enough to make my head spin! Which is precisely why for now...I'm in total avoidance of serious decisions and just like to smile and look at my empty finger...my ring's off getting sized. When it returns, THEN I'll get to the decisions!
I'll leave you with a picture. We took this one BEFORE dinner and the proposal.
Thanks for providing me a fun place to share my news! Feel free to let the advice, suggestions, and wedding thoughts fly!
ETA: If you'd like details on the proposal, visit my personal blog HERE.
AWE!!!! CONGRATS !!!! you so deserve it girl, i am soooo happy for the 2 of you. great photo too. how did he popose??? :) xoxo
Yes, please do give proposa details!
Congratulations,
Bethany :)
Congratulations!!! That's great!!
My best suggestion is start with your budget and stick to it. Don't start out your married life deep in debt over a ceremony. (Save the big expenses for the honeymoon! *LOL*)
congratulations! I'm very happy for you!
Congrats, all the best to you
Congrats! I hope you guys will be very happy.May you have a long happy life together.
Oh my god, how exciting!! Congrats!
Congratulations, Kara!
Congratulations! I hope you get the wedding of your dreams, a dress that won't catch in your spokes, a perfect honeymoon, and a lifetime of wedded bliss.
Congrats ! That is such great news !
CONGRATS! YOU WILL BE A BEAUTIFUL BRIDE. HAVE FUN WITH ALL THE PLANS. I WISH YOU A LIFETIME OF HAPPINESS
WHAT! Congads girl. Hard to believe, it's like everyone has been following you and your exploits in the world and you never cease to amaze me, and the world
Congrats!!!! What great news!!! Don't overspend on the wedding spend on the honeymoon. Let us know how things are going toward that special day!!--Kim
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Thank you so much for all the sweet words and congrats! I shared a little more about the details on my personal blog and added the link above-feel free to drop by and visit me there anytime!
Kara and Adam - congratulations on your engagement! That's wonderful and exciting. I wish you all you hope for for your dream wedding, and a lifetime of happiness and fulfillment in your marriage.
What an awesome picture of the two of you!
Yahoo! I'm so excited for you! Congratulations! Good luck with all your planning. :)
CONGRATS!! That's so awesome, Kara. :)
I'M SO HAPPY FOR YOU! CONGRADULATIONS!!!YOU LOOK LIKE A PERFECT COUPLE! HOPEFULLY WE'LL GET TO SEE A LITTLE ONE OF YOU SOMEDAY?THE VERY BEST TO YOU & ADAM! HUGS & PRAYERS,TOOTSIE
That's awesome! Congrats! When you're ready, I can give you a few tips about doing a wedding in a wheelchair.
And like someone else said earlier, keep to your budget.
Congratulations I was touched by your posting. I wish the 2 of you all the happiness in the world. I just joined Disaboom a couple of hours ago.
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