We're Engaged

So I have slacked on blogging since we got back from Europe. A good bit has happened since then! We actually got engaged in Venice but kept it a secret until we made it back to the states!  Justin found the perfect spot! We got a painting from my parents for Christmas done by Ron Morecraft http://www.ronmorecraftstudio.com/p850747999/h4c904492#h4c904492 of a canal in Venice.  Justin immediately looked up the canal because he knew we would be going there for my graduation weekend and he found it by surfing around google earth!  Little did I know a few weeks later he bought a ring and planned on proposing there.  Everyone kept a great secret because no one said a word!  He traveled to Italy with the ring in his backpack and then walked all day around Venice with it in his pocket. We had a little trouble finding the actual canal but with the help of Roxy (who speaks fluent Italian) and some awesome gondolier drivers we found it! He got too nervous the first time at the bridge but then wanted to go back "for a few more pictures." We did and he asked- it was perfect! We then got to go surprise all of my family in Germany with the ring and our plans to get married. That made it so much sweeter.  Coming back to the states was a whirlwind because we called friends but we wanted to tell Justin's grandparents in person who we wouldn't see until the weekend- more secrets and surprises!  Everyone is thrilled and we are very excited. We are currently full into the wedding planning and I will keep you all updated better in the next few weeks!