Yesterday Jake and I celebrated our anniversary by going out to dinner and a movie. I can't believe that it has been 11 years since we tied the knot. It seems just like yesterday that I was sitting on the couch at my apartment at BYU waiting to see what kind of guy could get two of my roommates so excited. These roommates were sisters from Ohio and they knew Jake because he served his mission in Columbus, Ohio. Jake was coming to check out UVSC and stopped by for a visit. When he showed up at our apartment I could immediately see what all the fuss was about. Jake made a great first impression on me simply because he was a good looking "hat boy". All of you roommates may recall my weakness for guys who would wear ball caps. (I know, pretty shallow) I must have also made some kind of good impression because after a couple of apartment visits he asked me out. Our first date was a double date with his cousin, Matt and one of my roommates. We had lots of fun bowling and then afterwards got some ice cream at "The Malt Shoppe".
We dated for about 2 months before Jake proposed to me in my pj's, at my house, on Christmas morning. I was so surprised when Jake unexpectedly showed up and even more surprised when he pulled out a ring. Having him there with me for Christmas and being engaged was the best present ever. We were engaged for 4 months, during my last semester at BYU. One week I was taking finals and the next week I was heading back home to be married in the Idaho Falls temple. I am so thankful that I met Jake and that we have been able to grow together these past 11 years.
4 comments:
Happy Anniversary! I can't believe it's been 11 years. I still remember when Jake was getting ready to drive to Idaho to propose. He stopped by Ace Hardware and showed me the ring and he was so anxious! It was funny to see him so puppy dog in-love! I remember going to the Heritage House to take your engagement photos too...so many funny memories! I'm glad he chose such a great wife Jess!
I'd heard bits and pieces of that story, so it was really fun to read the whole thing! You guys are so great together! Here's to many more!! We sure love you!!
You both still look like you did 11 years ago! I remember I was so bumbed I couldn't go to your wedding because I was 9 months pregant and due any day. I also remember the "hat boy" and how much you loved it when Jake would wear a hat! haha!
Congrats you guys! Such a cute story. Haha I'm not gonna lie that seems like a really long time ago to me :) You've been in our family for as long as I can remember!
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