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January 26th 2013.

by Sally on January 27, 2013 · 240 comments

taking a quick break from your regularly scheduled dessert…

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The day I’ll never forget. :)

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{the drive to Swallow Falls, Oakland MD.}

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{walking to the falls with Kevin.}

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{the snowy view.}

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{the spot: Swallow Falls State Park.}

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happier than cupcakes. :)

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Em Fairley January 27, 2013 at 7:35 pm

Congratulations!

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Sally January 27, 2013 at 9:30 pm

Thank you Em!

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Anne January 27, 2013 at 7:36 pm

Congratulations, Sally!

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Sally January 27, 2013 at 9:30 pm

Thank you Anne!

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Danielle Antinozzi January 27, 2013 at 7:41 pm

Congratulations! So happy for you!
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Kirsten January 27, 2013 at 7:41 pm

Awh lovely ring! Congratulations! :D

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Sally January 27, 2013 at 9:31 pm

Thank you Kirsten!!

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Jessica January 27, 2013 at 7:42 pm

Congratulations Sally! Your ring is beautiful and I’m so excited for you! I am a newly wed myself and marriage is such a beautiful thing, especially when you have found your true soul mate :) Enjoy the wedding planning!!

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Sally January 27, 2013 at 9:35 pm

Thank you so much Jessica! I feel very blessed and lucky.

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Val January 27, 2013 at 7:44 pm

Best of luck…beautiful ring and you guys looks so happy!

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Vicky January 27, 2013 at 7:44 pm

Congratulations Sally!
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Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers January 27, 2013 at 7:50 pm

Ahhhhhhhhhhhhh!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am so happy for you! Your ring is gorgeous!!!!!! Congratulations!!!
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Sally January 27, 2013 at 9:35 pm

Thanks SO much Jennifer!!

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Lauren January 27, 2013 at 7:52 pm

Being a newlywed, I feel like marriage is a really wonderful thing! I wish you tons of happiness!

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Sally January 27, 2013 at 9:36 pm

Thank you Lauren – I’m very excited. :)

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Alicia January 27, 2013 at 8:00 pm

Congratulations! Beautiful ring and a beautiful spot for the proposal!

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Sally January 27, 2013 at 9:38 pm

It was the perfect spot Alicia. :)

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nora n January 27, 2013 at 8:00 pm

Congratulations!!!!! Can’t wait to read all about your plans! So exciting!

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Sally January 27, 2013 at 9:39 pm

Thank you Nora! :)

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Meredith Bryan January 27, 2013 at 8:01 pm

Congratulations! So happy for you!

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Sara January 27, 2013 at 8:01 pm

Congratulations Sally!!! I just started a new baking blog today!! First Recipe is Banana Bread! Check it out! http://sarassweetsandbeyond.wordpress.com/
xx Sara

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Sally January 27, 2013 at 9:41 pm

Very cool :) Can’t wait to check it out!

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Averie @ Averie Cooks January 27, 2013 at 8:04 pm

CONGRATS SALLY!!!!!!! Or should I say Mrs. Kevin ___ !! This is soooo exciting and wonderful!!

I am beyond thrilled for you and those pictures are drop dead stunning gorgeous. What natural beauty, wow.

Your hand was made for that ring – it’s stunning and the perfect ring for you! Nice job, Kevin :)

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Denise @ pink-vegan.blogspot.com January 27, 2013 at 8:12 pm

CONGRATULATIONS Sally !!!!!! How exciting !!!! The ring is BEAUTIFUL !!! And what a BEAUTIFUL spot to get engaged – GORGEOUS scenery. DEFINITELY a day you won’t forget !!! THANKS for sharing……
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Kayle (The Cooking Actress) January 27, 2013 at 8:13 pm

eeeep!!! Congrats Sally! I’m soooo happy for you!
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Jade Walker January 27, 2013 at 8:14 pm

Aw. How exciting! I wish you both the very best.

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Jennifer Doody January 27, 2013 at 8:17 pm

So cute! Congratulations!

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Sara January 27, 2013 at 8:18 pm

Congratulations Sally!! Wow!! Just beautiful ring, beautiful scenery, BEAUTIFUL day!!! You are glowing :) So happy for you!!
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Meredith January 27, 2013 at 8:18 pm

Congratulations!! How exciting. As my grandmother used to say, wear it in good health!

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Christie January 27, 2013 at 8:19 pm

Congratulations! *runs off to google swallow falls and see how far it is from me* S and I were hiking Bull Run Mountain this weekend. :)
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Toni B January 27, 2013 at 8:21 pm

Congratulations! What a gorgeous ring and a gorgeous place!

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Jen January 27, 2013 at 8:22 pm

Congrats Sally! What a gorgeous ring!
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Kat January 27, 2013 at 8:23 pm

Yay! How exciting! Congratulations!
And what a gorgeous ring! :)
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Chelsea January 27, 2013 at 8:24 pm

Congrats Sally! I’m so excited for you! Sounds like a wonderful day! Wish you the best of luck!
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Eva @ Eva Bakes January 27, 2013 at 8:29 pm

OMG – congrats! What a beautiful ring! Please tell us your proposal story. And of course, you will have to keep us posted on your wedding cake and desserts. I want to know if you are making your own! :)
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Shannyn January 27, 2013 at 8:30 pm

AWWWWWWWWWWW!!! Congrats dear!!! I wish you both all the best in the years to come!

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Ashley @ Kitchen Meets Girl January 27, 2013 at 8:32 pm

Hee hee, after I saw the pretty picture you posted yesterday on Instagram, I had a feeling you might be coming back with a ring! :-) What a perfect spot for a proposal–mad props to Kevin. He’s a keeper. So, so happy for you, Sally!
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Patty January 27, 2013 at 8:33 pm

Happiness to you! And thank you for your teachings that create baked love!

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megan @ whatmegansmaking January 27, 2013 at 8:33 pm

Oh my goodness, congratulations!! Seriously, so happy for you – such wonderful news :)
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Sarah K. @ The Pajama Chef January 27, 2013 at 8:40 pm

congratulations! so happy for you- marriage is the best thing ever :)
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Sarah E. January 27, 2013 at 8:40 pm

Congrats, Sally! You have such a gorgeous ring – and what a romantic spot to get proposed to :)

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Carol January 27, 2013 at 8:41 pm

How beautiful! What a gorgeous ring and place to propose. Congratulations.
Love, love, love baking, and your blog. Thanks for the inspiration!
My dad was born in Oakland, MD!
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Liz (Little Bitty Bakes) January 27, 2013 at 8:43 pm

I’m really surprised you didn’t get proposed to with a ring-stuffed cupcake, but those falls look like an amazing alternative! Haha. Congrats again Sally! And good job on the ring Kevin, it looks very unique!
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Becky @ Olives n Wine January 27, 2013 at 8:46 pm

Congrats Sally! You are glowing with happiness in your photos :) And your ring is gorgeous! Have SO much fun planning!
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Ali | Gimme Some Oven January 27, 2013 at 8:48 pm

So happy for you Sally!!! Your smile says it all! :)
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jodye @ chocolate and chou fleur January 27, 2013 at 9:03 pm

Congratulations, Sally!! What a beautiful proposal spot – Kevin did a great job, with the ring too! Now you just have a decide on the cake!
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Colleen @ What's Baking in the Barbershop?! January 27, 2013 at 9:04 pm

Wooooohoooo! Congratulations, Sally! So exciting! I’m so very happy for you! Being engaged is such a special, amazing time – enjoy every second! :)
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luv what you do January 27, 2013 at 9:09 pm

OMG! What a beautiful ring! Congrats Sally!
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Caitlin H January 27, 2013 at 9:10 pm

Congrats love!! This is absolutely wonderful and couldn’t have happened to a more lovely lady :)
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Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust January 27, 2013 at 9:12 pm

I’m getting all teary! Congratulations Sally! I’m SO happy for you! :) :)
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Avery @ Southern Belle Living Well January 27, 2013 at 9:13 pm

Oh my gosh, Congratulations!
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Diana Lentz January 27, 2013 at 9:29 pm

Congratulations! What a beautiful time in your young life! Ron and I have been happily married 42 years and I’ll never forget his proposal. I’m so happy for you both!

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Sally January 27, 2013 at 9:42 pm

Thank you SO much Diana!

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Rachel B. January 27, 2013 at 9:46 pm

Congratulations! How exciting!!

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Emma January 27, 2013 at 9:52 pm

So happy for you! I just starting going on your website daily and I love it! Congrats!

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Laura Dembowski January 27, 2013 at 9:53 pm

Congratulations, Sally! Such wonderful news! It looks like you had an all around amazing weekend :)
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Ashley January 27, 2013 at 10:04 pm

Such happy news! Congrats! The detail on your ring is just beautiful! Dessert or not, it sounds like your weekend was the best!
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Ala January 27, 2013 at 10:22 pm

Fantastic–major congrats! Any man who wears a pink tie and smiles for the picture with his significant other is a keeper in my book. You’re one lucky girl, but I hope you remind him that he’s sure as heck a REALLY lucky guy! Cupcakes indeed!
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Erin January 27, 2013 at 10:22 pm

Oh my goodness, congratulations! What a beautiful ring, a beautiful location, and a beautiful couple!

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Liz January 27, 2013 at 10:34 pm

Congratulations! You are adorable!

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Liz January 27, 2013 at 10:57 pm

Congratulations Sally & Kevin! You two are adorable and I wish you a lifetime of happiness :)
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Alexandra January 27, 2013 at 11:09 pm

Aww, congrats Sally! What an amazing moment… I’m so happy for you!
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Krystle January 27, 2013 at 11:16 pm

Your ring is stunning, congrats!
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Sally January 28, 2013 at 5:26 am

Thank you so much Krystle!

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Katy January 27, 2013 at 11:23 pm

Congratulations my dear. We will always be 12 years old and loving the hansons in my head :) . So happy for you. Xox

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Sally January 28, 2013 at 5:24 am

Katy, I couldn’t be happier!! And yes, we will always always be 12 years old and you will always try to teach me to sing les mis. and I will fail miserably. :) xoxox

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Debbie January 27, 2013 at 11:53 pm

OMG CONGRATULATIONS!!!! Were you Surprised???? What a Beautiful ring!! I never saw anything like it :) :):) Love love love the pictures. You’re gonna love being engaged and then married. It’s GREAT!! I’m still a newly wed and ABSOLUTELY lovin it!!

Enjoy…much Happiness to you both!!

DEBBIE

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Sally January 31, 2013 at 11:44 am

Thank you SO much Debbie!!! Sorry this is a little belated! I was VERY surprised when he got down on one knee. I had no idea at all. the best moment of my life. :)

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Ari @ Ari's Menu January 27, 2013 at 11:53 pm

EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Cindy January 28, 2013 at 12:11 am

First, congratulations to you! Beautiful capturing of the moment for us all to share with you. And what a gorgeous ring. In addition to being addicted to baking, I’m also a cardmaker/scrapper (and instructor as well). This post alone is great start in your book for your new adventure. Make sure you record it well. I wish you all the best!

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Sally January 28, 2013 at 5:20 am

Thanks Cindy – I’ll never forget it. :)

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Denise January 28, 2013 at 12:16 am

Congrats Sally! How exciting! Gorgeous ring!!
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Back For Seconds January 28, 2013 at 12:51 am

Sally!!!! I am so so SO happy for you and Kevin! How exciting! What a beautiful place to get engaged too, wow! Congrats, girl!
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Hannah B January 28, 2013 at 12:59 am

Oh my goodness! That ring is GORGEOUS (and so are you!) congratulations!! :)

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Rebecca January 28, 2013 at 1:32 am

Congratulations! This is fantastic news! I am so happy for you! The ring is beautiful as was the view…mygoodness! What a memorable day!
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Maggie January 28, 2013 at 1:33 am

Congratulations!! This brought tears to my eyes…so romantic :) All the best to you and your fiance!

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Jennay January 28, 2013 at 1:34 am

What a wonderful surprise!! Congratulations, Sally!! I’m so very happy for you!! Beautiful place to have a wonderful memory!! =)
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Sally January 28, 2013 at 5:19 am

Thanks so so so much Jennay!

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michelle January 28, 2013 at 1:37 am

Ooohh def a day you will never forget! Congrats. Such a nice ring and breath taking snow pics!
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Sally C - only gluten free baking January 28, 2013 at 1:44 am

Congratulations Sally, you both make a gorgeous couple, enjoy these exciting times ahead. :D
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Nicole @ youngbrokeandhungy January 28, 2013 at 1:52 am

Ahh! I am so happy for both of you. What a perfect spot and perfect ring. Many wishes to the many years to come.
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Sally January 28, 2013 at 5:02 am

Thank you so much Nicole!

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Chung-Ah | Damn Delicious January 28, 2013 at 2:27 am

Congrats! I am so incredibly happy for you guys!
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Katherine B January 28, 2013 at 3:40 am

I was just on Pinterest – I saw all the bridal photos coming up on my page and I just thought “Someone’s engaged!” I’m so excited for you! Wishing you an incredible wedding and an even more amazing marriage :)

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Sally January 28, 2013 at 4:57 am

AWw thanks Katherine! I am trying to hold back a bit on Pinterest! There are so many wonderful ideas on there. :)

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Michele Minarik January 28, 2013 at 3:43 am

Congratulations!!!!! How exciting. Beautiful pictures. By the way I love your site!!!!!!

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Sally January 28, 2013 at 4:56 am

Thanks so much Michele!

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Regina @ SpecialtyCakeCreations January 28, 2013 at 4:19 am

This is soo wonderful Sally! Congratulations! What a beautiful, romantic spot he chose…
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Stella (Ex Libris) January 28, 2013 at 6:04 am

Aww, congratulations Sally, wishing you two lots of joy and happiness!! :-D
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Emily @ Life on Food January 28, 2013 at 6:26 am

What a happy day! Congratulations!
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Heather R January 28, 2013 at 6:33 am

Congratulations to the two of you! Your ring is gorgeous and oh my god the scenery in those pictures. How romantic!

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Sally January 28, 2013 at 6:39 am

Thank you Heather! It was SO romantic and perfect.

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Annie @ Annie's Noms January 28, 2013 at 7:17 am

Congratulations!!! Your ring is gorgeous :D
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Alyson January 28, 2013 at 7:28 am

Huge congrats!

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Lara January 28, 2013 at 8:14 am

Congratulations!!! Deer Park is one of my favorite places ever!! This is definately a “life savor” for you…..enjoy your moment Sally! <3

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angela @ anotherbiteplease January 28, 2013 at 8:15 am

ahhhhh….congratulations…what a beautiful beautiful ring!!!!!
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marti January 28, 2013 at 8:33 am

congratulations! so exciting! and that ring is BEAUTIFUL! :)

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Shaina January 28, 2013 at 8:49 am

Congratulations!!!! What a gorgeous ring, and absolutely breathtaking proposal atmosphere…he did good! :)
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Cassie | Bake Your Day January 28, 2013 at 8:54 am

I am so incredibly THRILLED for you guys and I can only imagine how you feel. Kevin is an awesome sounding catch and I am so excited for you guys! xoxo
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Dana F January 28, 2013 at 9:12 am

Congratulations!!

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Gina January 28, 2013 at 9:15 am

Congratulations Sally!
Thank you for sharing all that you care to share.
Best Wishes to you and your fiance.

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Caley January 28, 2013 at 9:18 am

That is so exciting; congratulations! The ring and setting are beautiful, and you two are a cute couple! Enjoy planning! :)

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Natasha @ The Cake Merchant January 28, 2013 at 9:26 am

Congrats, Sally! Beautiful ring and beautiful scenery!
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rmd January 28, 2013 at 9:50 am

Congratulations, Sally! What an amazing time in your life! Savor every beautiful moment!

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Katrina @ In Katrina's Kitchen January 28, 2013 at 9:51 am

I wish I could give you a big hug and jump up and down and squeal with you! {I mean that in a total non-creepy way of course!}
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Kare @ Kitchen Treaty January 28, 2013 at 10:05 am

Aww. It is gorgeous, and so are you two. Congratulations!
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KimberlyRose January 28, 2013 at 10:15 am

Congratulations to both of you!

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Rachel (teacher-chef) January 28, 2013 at 10:18 am

CONGRATULATIONS… I’m sure the delicious treats you cook up had NOTHING to do with this engagement ;-) All the best!
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Melissa Richardson January 28, 2013 at 10:20 am

The ring is beeeeeeeeeeeeautiful and the smile on your face radiates! Marriage is an amazing union of friendship and may GOD bless yours:) Luckily for you the hard times can be soothed with GREAT FOOD;)
Melissa

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Sally January 28, 2013 at 10:43 am

Thanks SO much Melissa!!!

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Susan January 28, 2013 at 10:21 am

Congratulations!!

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Helena January 28, 2013 at 10:29 am

WOW!! Looks like an amazing day and what a BEAUTIFUL place!! So happy for you both! Best wishes!

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Teri Sanders January 28, 2013 at 10:33 am

Is that where he proposed? Sure looks wxtremely cold there haha! Beautiful ring!

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Carrie January 28, 2013 at 10:35 am

Congratulations! I was engaged in 2010 and it still feels like yesterday. 1.5 years into our marriage, he still makes me giddy, and I wish this happiness for EVERYONE. Enjoy this time and so much good luck!

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Meghan @ After the Ivy League January 28, 2013 at 10:40 am

Congratulations Sally!! So happy for you :)
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GLADYOLLA January 28, 2013 at 10:43 am

SWEEETTT!! Talk about sweetness! Congratulations to such a cute couple. Many blessing to you and your sweetness on your wedding planning. Have fun! Don’t stress over the minor, unimportant things. Just be happy! We’ll be praying for you. Adios, glad

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Nadia Mustapha January 28, 2013 at 10:47 am

Beautiful ring for a blushing beauty! Congratulations and very best wishes for a happy, successful relationship. Remember to have lots of patience and understanding, okay?

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Trish R January 28, 2013 at 10:53 am

Many congratulations!! Wish you both much love and happiness!

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Congrats!!!
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sassygirl January 28, 2013 at 10:56 am

felicitations and best wishes for a happy life together!
:=>

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Erin @ The Spiffy Cookie January 28, 2013 at 11:08 am

Happier than cupcakes indeed!! Congrats!!
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Becky W January 28, 2013 at 11:29 am

Aw, how exciting and the setting was beautiful :) Congratulations!!

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Becky W January 28, 2013 at 11:30 am

I meant the setting of the proposal … but the ring setting is absolutely gorgeous, too hehe.

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Star January 28, 2013 at 11:34 am

Congrats once again!!!
:0)
What a beautiful spot to propose in!
Cold, but beautiful!!!

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Barbara January 28, 2013 at 11:45 am

Congrats to you both! On 2.18 my hubby and I will celebrate 35 of marriage! We wish you many happy years together!!

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Sally January 28, 2013 at 12:48 pm

Happy early anniversary! That is SO wonderful! And thank you so much. :)

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Cheryl January 28, 2013 at 11:47 am

Congratulations!!! I just started reading your site and am a huge fan! I made those chocolate chip cookies with sprinkles and cake mix over the weekend for my 1 year old’s birthday party and they were a hit… Lots of people asked for the recipe. I’ll be waiting for your cookbook to come out :) we’re in the Baltimore area too… Those falls look beautiful! And your ring looks even more beautiful! :) congrats again!

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Sally January 28, 2013 at 12:48 pm

Hi Cheryl! Thank you SO much. I love love love those cookies SO much. You’re the best, thank you for reporting back about them. :)

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Herbivore Triathlete January 28, 2013 at 12:02 pm

O. M. G. CONGRATULATIONS! Beautiful story, beautiful ring, beautiful photography and you will make a beautiful bride!
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Julianne @ Beyond Frosting January 28, 2013 at 12:11 pm

What an amazing spot for a proposal! Congrats to you both!
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Meagan January 28, 2013 at 12:17 pm

Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I’m so, SO, SOOOOOOOOOOOO happy and excited for you, Sally!

What a wonderful, wonderful development – I wish you and your other half all the happiness in the world.

Now, tell me, what kind of wedding cake will you be having?? :)
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Sally January 28, 2013 at 12:47 pm

Thank you SO much Meagan!!!!

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Taylor January 28, 2013 at 12:24 pm

GORGEOUS ring! That is so sweet, congratulations!

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Taryn January 28, 2013 at 12:25 pm

Congratulations!!!

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Joy @ Baking-Joy January 28, 2013 at 12:28 pm

So many congratulations Sally, getting married and being married is awesome :-) Happy planning :-)
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Jess @ On Sugar Mountain January 28, 2013 at 12:33 pm

OMG CONGRATULATIONS SALLY!!!! That ring is beautiful and omg how romantic I am so happy for you :D
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Dana January 28, 2013 at 12:40 pm

Congratulations and best wishes Sally and Kevin! May this be the beginning of many sweet years together!

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Sally January 28, 2013 at 12:47 pm

Thank you Dana!!

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Emily {Pink Tiger in the Kitchen} January 28, 2013 at 12:40 pm

Congrats and Best Wishes Sally {and Kevin}!!! I am so beyond excited for you!!!
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Sally January 28, 2013 at 12:47 pm

Thank you so much Emily!

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Rachel {studio cuisine} January 28, 2013 at 12:59 pm

Congratulations Sally! What a wonderful way to start 2013! Wishing you all the best!
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Jennie @themessybakerblog January 28, 2013 at 1:27 pm

Wee, congrats, Sally! Your ring is gorgeous. What a lovely spot to get engaged. I’ve been there, and it’s beautiful.
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Jessica Kelly January 28, 2013 at 1:40 pm

Sincere Conratulations Sally! The pictures are gorgeous and you look extremely happy. I wish two (three including puppy) the best of luck and the greatest of fortune.

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Sally January 28, 2013 at 2:00 pm

Thanks Jessica! :)

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Lindsay @ Life, Love and Sugar January 28, 2013 at 1:42 pm

Congratulations Sally! So exciting!

And such a beautiful place! Is that water still flowing?? How in the world is it not frozen? Gorgeous!
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Sally January 28, 2013 at 2:01 pm

Yep, it was VERY cold but some of the water was still flowing. :) Thank you so much Lindsay!

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Nancy P.@thebittersideofsweet January 28, 2013 at 1:46 pm

So great! Congratulations!
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Tasbih January 28, 2013 at 1:53 pm

I’ve never commented on blogs before; I’ve always been a silent reader. But for you Sally, the sweetest and friendliest blogger ever, and for this occasion, I just couldn’t not say anything. Congratulations!!!!! I feel like I know you so well, so I’m extremely happy for you!!! May you have a wonderful life together that is as sweet as your desserts:)

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Sally January 28, 2013 at 2:03 pm

Tasbih – thank you. thank you. 1000x THANK YOU. This sincerely means the world to me! I appreciate it SO much. You are the best. :)

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Trudy January 28, 2013 at 2:20 pm

:D !!!!! YAY! That’s so awesome. I know everyone’s said it many a time…but Congratulations!! I was actually engaged almost a year ago myself. And got married Summer 2012. Things can get a little crazy, but I’m sure it’ll be awesome :) ! Make sure you give yourself decent time ;) But again, CONGRATZ! Such a gorgeous ring for a gorgeous chica!
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Sally January 28, 2013 at 3:23 pm

Trudy – wow, thank you SO much for the congrats, the advice, and the compliment. :) So sweet of you!

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Heather M. January 28, 2013 at 2:34 pm

The beginning of your happily-ever-after. Congratulations! And you will make a beautiful bride. : )

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Sally January 28, 2013 at 3:25 pm

Heather thank you so much for the congrats and the very very sweet compliment!

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Teresa Young January 28, 2013 at 2:40 pm

Congratulations! Your ring is beautiful, and so is that scenery! (:
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Sally January 28, 2013 at 3:25 pm

Thank you so much Teresa!

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Barbara January 28, 2013 at 2:55 pm

Congrats Sally! You two are cuter than a set of cupcakes :) What a romantic proposal.

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Sally January 28, 2013 at 3:29 pm

Aww Barbara, that made me smile! Thank you!

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Ashley January 28, 2013 at 3:10 pm

Ahhhhh! Congratulations Sally!!! So happy for you both : )
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Elaine @ Cooking to Perfection January 28, 2013 at 3:19 pm

Oh my God, I can’t believe I missed this post! CONGRATS!!!!! I am so happy for you two. He did an awesome job planning his proposal. And by the looks of these pictures, you two will make very pretty babies together :)
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Sally January 28, 2013 at 3:32 pm

Thank you SO much Elaine!! For the congrats and the compliment :D

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Hanna January 28, 2013 at 3:53 pm

What a beautiful ring! Congratulations!

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Sally January 29, 2013 at 6:34 am

Thanks so much Hanna!

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mariss January 28, 2013 at 4:04 pm

Enjoy the journey of the process of getting married-Don’t be afraid to express or apologize for the way you want your wedding to be planned- Ideas and suggestions offered are just that- suggestions- Don’t be swayed by family or friend guilt- Remember this is you and your hubby to be special day and start of your life together. So important that you allow yourself to breath it all in, and have fun, even in the stressful moments- These are memories that you will carry with you through your life- Good new is, the event will be flawless no matter what takes place in reality because all anyone will be looking at or remembering will be the union of the both of you in marriage- Pure Joy! ( Just my 2 cents from what I learned in my journey) :)
Blessings to you both and Congratulations.

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Sally January 29, 2013 at 6:36 am

Wow Mariss, thank you SO much for your insight and pieces of advice. It is really nice to read it from others. And while it seems like a lot of stress coming at us, I know it will all be something beautiful and flawless b/c of what really matters. :) Honestly, thank you!

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Emilia January 28, 2013 at 4:29 pm

Congratulations! Looks like an absolutely gorgeous day to remember such a special occasion. Your ring is spectacular :)
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Sally January 29, 2013 at 6:37 am

Thank you so much, as always, Emilia!

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Stacy January 28, 2013 at 4:32 pm

Congratulations!! The spot and the ring are both gorgeous.

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Sally January 29, 2013 at 6:37 am

Thanks Stacy – I loved the setting and the ring too :)

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Anna @ Hidden Ponies January 28, 2013 at 6:02 pm

Aaaaah, congratulations Sally!! He is a lucky man :) Gorgeous, gorgeous ring!
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Sally January 29, 2013 at 6:39 am

thank you thank you thank you Anna!

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Leah January 28, 2013 at 6:20 pm

How romantically beautiful. Mazel tov to the two of you.

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Sally January 29, 2013 at 6:39 am

Thanks Leah :)

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Jenn January 28, 2013 at 7:54 pm

Oh happy day! Congratulations!

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Sally January 29, 2013 at 6:43 am

Thanks Jenn!!

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Jess January 28, 2013 at 10:00 pm

Oh my! I get a little behind in my blog reading, and miss this amazing news! Warmest wishes and big congratulations to you both! Being married is the most fun thing ever!
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Sally January 29, 2013 at 6:46 am

Thank you Jess! You aren’t behind on the news – it just happened this past weekend!!

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Jolene (www.everydayfoodie.ca) January 29, 2013 at 12:13 am

Congratulations gorgeous!!

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Sally January 29, 2013 at 6:47 am

Thanks Jolene!! You’re so sweet!

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Stephanie @ Eat. Drink. Love. January 29, 2013 at 1:00 am

I’m so happy for you, Sally! The ring is gorgeous!
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Sally January 29, 2013 at 6:48 am

Thank you SO much Stephanie. :)

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Suyen January 29, 2013 at 3:07 am

Oh my goodness! Congratulations! Everything was/is beautiful: from the ring to the setting and the bride-to-be, of course! :D
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Sally January 29, 2013 at 6:48 am

Aww thanks Suyen! You are too kind. :)

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Samantha January 29, 2013 at 8:29 am

Yay! I only started reading last week but I really love your blog and I’m SO excited for you! And what a beautiful place to propose in :)

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Sally January 30, 2013 at 9:04 am

Samantha, you are so sweet. Thank you so much for the congrats, the comment, and for reading. :) Have a wonderful day!

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Laura January 29, 2013 at 9:23 am

Goodness gracious, what an absolutely gorgeous ring – and an absolutely gorgeous setting in all that snow. How magical! Congratulations to you and yo’ man! So exciting!
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Sally January 30, 2013 at 9:36 am

Laura, you are SO sweet. Thank you so much for the congrats and the thoughtful comment :)

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Anna @ Crunchy Creamy Sweet January 29, 2013 at 12:15 pm

CONGRATULATIONS, sweet Sally! You must be beyond thrilled! The ring is stunning!
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Sally January 30, 2013 at 9:44 am

Anna! Thank you SO much. :)

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Cecilia January 29, 2013 at 4:06 pm

Congratulations! I am so happy for you. Have you started to dream up the wedding cake ;)

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Sally January 30, 2013 at 9:47 am

hank you SO much Cecilia! Yes – dreams of cakes are already swirling through my head :D

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Reeni January 29, 2013 at 8:40 pm

Congratulations Sally! Sooooo happy for you!!
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Sally January 30, 2013 at 9:52 am

Reeni!! Thank you so much my dear friend. :)

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Caroline @ Pass the Cocoa January 29, 2013 at 9:53 pm

Congratulations, Sally!!!
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Sally January 30, 2013 at 11:31 am

Thanks Caroline – you are so sweet.

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Mercedes January 29, 2013 at 10:24 pm

A gorgeous ring for a beautiful lady! Congratulations! Enjoy this exciting time in your life!

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Sally January 30, 2013 at 11:35 am

Thank you Mercedes for the congrats and the compliment – and for all the sweet comments you leave. :)

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Lisa January 29, 2013 at 11:06 pm

Congratulations…so exciting!!

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Sally January 30, 2013 at 11:36 am

Thank you Lisa!! You are too kind :)

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Jessica O. January 30, 2013 at 1:05 am

Congratulations i hope you guys have a happy life together and such a beautiful place

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Sally January 30, 2013 at 11:36 am

Thanks Jessica. :)

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Jen January 30, 2013 at 8:00 am

Congratulations! Beautiful pictures!
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Sally January 30, 2013 at 11:40 am

Thank you Jen!

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Julie @ Table for Two January 30, 2013 at 2:51 pm

sorry I’m late to the party!! been super busy over here – but congratulations! i’m so excited for you :) gorgeous ring and picture perfect location for a proposal! if you need ANY help/tips/advice, let me know ;)
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Sally January 30, 2013 at 3:01 pm

Thanks Julie! I will definitely take you up on that! I appreciate it!

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Ikhlas January 30, 2013 at 3:34 pm

Congratulations, Sally! That is so awesome! Love the scenery…gorgeous!
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Sally January 30, 2013 at 3:45 pm

Thank you Ikhlas!

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Sally January 30, 2013 at 3:40 pm

Sally – CONGRATS!! That is seriously so exciting! Your ring is gorgeous! I just love diamonds, they are my secret obsession (secret because I’m not ridiculously rich enough to buy ridiculous amounts of them =)).
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Sally January 30, 2013 at 3:45 pm

Thank you so so so much! i love my new diamond! bling bling. :)

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Julie @ Julie's Eats & Treats January 30, 2013 at 3:48 pm

CONGRATS Sally! The ring is so beautiful and so was the proposal! I hope your marriage is just as beautiful :)
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Sally January 30, 2013 at 4:28 pm

Julie! Thank you so so much!

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Heidi @ Food Doodles January 30, 2013 at 4:40 pm

Congratulations Sally!! Such a beautiful ring, and a beautiful spot too!
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aimee January 30, 2013 at 4:56 pm

Wow, what a beautiful day! Congratulations, I am so happy for you both!
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Sally January 30, 2013 at 8:22 pm

Thanks Aimee!

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Loretta | A Finn In The Kitchen January 30, 2013 at 6:58 pm

Sorry it’s taken me so long to get to this post. I have a serious backlog. But, you’re engaged! How amazing and fun. It’s a lovely time…enjoy it fully!

Also, what a beautiful spot to get engaged. You both look very happy. Can’t wait to see a peek here and there of wedding plans :)
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Sally January 30, 2013 at 8:31 pm

Thank you SO SO much Loretta! We are oth ecstatic. :) I’ll post a little bit here and there!

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Kaye January 30, 2013 at 8:29 pm

Congratulations!!!! A beautiful ring and a beautiful way to propose :)
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Sally January 30, 2013 at 9:37 pm

Thanks so much Kaye! :D

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Katie @ Oh Shine On January 30, 2013 at 9:54 pm

Sally I am thrilled for you and your fiance. Congratulations on your happy engagement!
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Sally January 31, 2013 at 8:08 am

Thank you very much Katie!

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mckatie January 31, 2013 at 12:22 pm

So lovely! Congratulations!!!!

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Sally January 31, 2013 at 2:07 pm

Thank you SO much!

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Donna January 31, 2013 at 7:41 pm

Congratulations Sally and best wishes!! Wishing for you many years of happiness!!

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Sally January 31, 2013 at 8:25 pm

Thank you so much Donna!!

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Erin @ Texanerin Baking February 1, 2013 at 7:39 am

YAAAAY! Congratulations! :) What a beautiful place and a good looking couple. I’m so happy for you!

Sad story: I was never engaged. It was more like me telling my now husband that he has to marry me… or else. So romantic. ;)
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Sally February 1, 2013 at 9:27 am

thank you SO SO much Erin!!! And your story isn’t sad at all. You know what you wanted and went after it ;)

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Hayley @ The Domestic Rebel February 1, 2013 at 12:48 pm

Squeeeee! You already heard a congrats for me but it bears repeating: Congratulations! I am SO happy for you and Kevin. And he couldn’t have planned a better, more beautiful place to do it! As long as Jude is the ring bearer, I’ll be happy lol ;)
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Sally February 1, 2013 at 3:33 pm

Thank you SO much Miss Hayley!!! Weeee. I’m so excited and THANK YOU For all the sweet texts and FB love :) And we are trying to get Jude involved – obviously!!

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Sonia February 2, 2013 at 4:48 am

Congratulations !!
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Erika February 5, 2013 at 9:52 am

Sally!!!!! I know I’m a bit late on this (I liked your photo on Instagram last week!) but CONGRATULATIONS!!!! You guys look adorable together, that’s a gorgeous ring, and you look so happy!! I’m SO excited for you. I’ve seen some food bloggers do posts on their weddings and just want to let you know that if you decide to do that, you have an eager audience right here that will be front and center for every post :) In any case, you must dish on what kind of wedding cake you get! Congrats again! :)
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Sally February 5, 2013 at 10:11 am

You are the sweetest EVER Erika. Thank you so so much. :) And I will be sure to share some details here and there on my blog. I can’t wait! The cake… will be fabulous. I’m already dreaming about it!

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LaneM February 5, 2013 at 10:32 pm

This is so exciting!! Congratulations Sally! Wow!!!!! What a ring!!! For such a lovely lady! He is a lucky guy! Congratulations to you both!

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Sally February 6, 2013 at 10:29 am

Thank you so much LaneM! You are so sweet.

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Kristy @Sweet Treats & More February 7, 2013 at 11:40 pm

Oh my gosh, I’ve had the busiest week plus sick kids so I haven’t been reading ANY blogs! And I missed this post!! HOW?? Congratulations Sally! Off to drool over all these recipes I’ve been missing!
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Sally February 8, 2013 at 8:33 am

Oh Kristy you are the SWEETEST!! Thank you so much!!! :)

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Jocelyn @BruCrew Life February 8, 2013 at 7:49 am

I’m really not sure how I missed this post…other than I am way behind in my reader! Congratulations! That is so exciting and those frozen falls are gorgeous! Definitely a day you will never forget!!!! I can’t wait to see all the little snapshots of your planning and of course the cake ideas!! You both are adorable and I am so excited for you.
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Sally February 8, 2013 at 8:29 am

Thanks Jocelyn! It was the best day of my life. I can’t wait for the planning to begin!

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Karen February 16, 2013 at 1:40 am

Oh Sally! After a very busy few weeks, I rewarded myself with a trip to your beautifully delicious blog to see all that I’ve missed since falling in love with the cupcake-flavored puppy chow. I am SO happy for both of you! Heartfelt wishes for a loving, healthy life together. And do you want to know something that tugged at my heartstrings? You got engaged the same day my sweet parents celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary! I was so tickled to see the magical date. :) Have a sparkly day, Sally!

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Sally February 16, 2013 at 1:49 pm

Aww Karen! That is SO sweet of you! Your whole comment made me smile. From you making and loving my cupcake puppy chow to the congrats to the 50th wedding anniversary. I’m lucky to have such a sweet reader. THANK YOU!

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Kristin February 17, 2013 at 3:53 pm

congratulations !!! :) love your blog!
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Sally February 17, 2013 at 4:54 pm

Thanks Kristin!!

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