Sara and I just got engaged!
I don’t even know where to start with this one. After months of planning, weeks of lies upon lies to my poor unsuspecting girlfriend (now fiancee), and countless hours of laser cutting foam core and hot glue gun finger burning, I can now spill the beans.
Sara and I got engaged at the 40000 gallery, in Chicago’s West Loop district, Friday night at 7:19pm precisely. But rather than trying to explain all the whats, whos and whys, I’ll let you see the video that I made that tells our story.
If you have questions, please add as comments and I’ll try my best to answer!
We’re so incredibly happy.
Update: I totally screwed something up. I somehow, totally, completely just deleted this post and have just managed to retreive a copy of it from Google cache. I was futzing around with this post when I accidentally pressed delete. ARGH! The worst part is that the 475 comments have gotten screwed up. I’ve now pasted the comments back but in a slightly messed up way. My apologies to everyone that submitted a comment.
my internet favorites for summer 2007
I’ve consumed some really great Internet lately. So, I think I’ll take the time to share some of my favorites. Last spring, notable author Kevin Smith wrote what basically amounted to a short story of the drug addiction his hetero-lover…
Trackback by asuh — September 10, 2007 @ 3:50 am
That is the most beautiful proposal I have seen in such a long time ! Very unique. Wow Sara…You are a very lucky woman to have a man go to that extreme to ask you to marry him. I hope you two have a very fullfilling and loving life and what ever trials and tribulations you go through in life ….always reflect back to this moment !
Comment by Kerry — September 10, 2007 @ 5:56 am
Here’s the original set of comments.
1.
WOW!!!! What a UNIQUE and unforgettable moment that was that you two can now share forever. Major props to you George for being so wonderfully deceptive and clever!! We couldn’t be happier for you guys. Congratulations!!
Love,
Ashley, Kent and Jackson
Comment by Ashley Rader — August 19, 2007 @ 11:17 pm
2.
That’s amazing.
Congratulations and good luck.
Paddy
Comment by Paddy Byers — August 20, 2007 @ 12:40 am
3.
20 out of 10 for effort and creative ability!!!! All that training and experience has been put to good use I see. Congratulations.
Comment by Tom, Sangeeta, Yadana + Parami — August 20, 2007 @ 4:48 am
4.
Ashley was SO impressed she passed this on to us. Wow what a committed, talented and romantic man. You’re very lucky. Congratulations and the best to both of you!!! Ashley’s parents
Comment by Jenna and Dennis Ridgeway — August 20, 2007 @ 6:49 am
5.
That’s too awesome for words.
Comment by Meredith — August 20, 2007 @ 7:19 am
6.
I LOVE YOU GUYS! I cried so much when I watched this. So wonderful and exciting. xoxoxoxo
Comment by Jessica — August 20, 2007 @ 7:49 am
7.
I’m crying. Congratulations!!!!!
Comment by Ana — August 20, 2007 @ 7:54 am
8.
Congratulations to you both! I am so excited for you and the video is just perfect. I had to share it with all the women in my office who now all want to marry George.
Comment by Stacy — August 20, 2007 @ 8:05 am
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Stunned awe. The best.
Comment by Sandor Weisz — August 20, 2007 @ 8:26 am
10.
I work with Stacy, who passed on the link. I don’t even know you, Sara and George, but I had tears watching your engagement unfold! How creative and clever and special and perfect. I wish you both every happiness!
Comment by Jen Healey — August 20, 2007 @ 8:37 am
11.
Thank you all for your comments!! Stacy, I’m really sorry but the women in your office cannot marry George.
Comment by Sara — August 20, 2007 @ 8:38 am
12.
Can I marry George?
Comment by Mike — August 20, 2007 @ 8:53 am
13.
that was wonderful! sara you are a very lucky girl and george you are marrying a very wonderful girl.
we wish you both all the happiness in the world, and more.
congrats!
love,
lilli, harrison, jeffrey and nancy
Comment by lilli — August 20, 2007 @ 9:05 am
14.
Wow. I can’t believe the response so far! So many kind comments. Thank you so much for wishing us both such warm, wonderful wishes.
And so much crying! Awww, you guys.
For the ladies in Stacy’s office, I am still available for bar mitzvahs and on weekends.
Comment by george — August 20, 2007 @ 9:37 am
15.
Congrats guys! Gotta say… I’m blown away by the elaborate setup!
Comment by Jon J — August 20, 2007 @ 9:56 am
16.
I tuba fuel!
My eyes are watering.
Comment by Phillip — August 20, 2007 @ 10:04 am
17.
Holy freaking crow! Congrats!
Comment by Cinnamon — August 20, 2007 @ 10:50 am
18.
i dont get it, you put some foam core letters on sticks?
Comment by i dont get it — August 20, 2007 @ 11:11 am
19.
Amazing! That was a whole lot of work for a single sentence. Good luck to both of you. She is one lucky woman. With all your effort for the question, you guys will last a lifetime. Lucky you and Sara.
Comment by Bill Long — August 20, 2007 @ 11:12 am
20.
Congratulations! That was brilliant. Very heart-warming and wonderful video!
Comment by Without Fluff — August 20, 2007 @ 11:19 am
21.
HOORAY! First of all, CONGRATULATIONS! Secondly, nice work! What a fantastic feat. I’m impressed but honestly wouldn’t expect anything less of you, George. Awesome!
Comment by Lisa Brennan — August 20, 2007 @ 11:36 am
22.
Wow. Congrats!
Comment by Justin — August 20, 2007 @ 11:43 am
23.
absoutely friggin brilliant! Of course, this comes from the mind of George. Mazeltov!
Comment by Matt Lurie — August 20, 2007 @ 11:59 am
24.
omg. that is the most beautiful proposal that i have ever seen. congratulations!
Comment by jwh — August 20, 2007 @ 12:19 pm
25.
Hey lovely lovely proposal. Congratulations. Anyone buy that piece?
I should try that. But my installations are a bit large! Probably never see her again!
Matthew Rose / Paris, France
Comment by MATTHEW ROSE — August 20, 2007 @ 12:27 pm
26.
Matthew,
The gallery owner, Britton Bertran, did ask me if I would be prepared to sell off some of it. I never would have thought of it unless he’d mentioned it.
I think that it would be cool if the installation could stay up for a bit. I’ll have to check in with Britton and see what to do next with it.
I think the best thing would be to hear of other couples being inspired to get married from this work.
Comment by est1976 — August 20, 2007 @ 12:36 pm
27.
Nice one George.
Congrats.
Comment by Trefor Coster — August 20, 2007 @ 12:39 pm
28.
Wow. George, you never cease to amaze. Congratulations to both you and Sara. You guys in Chicago are awesome.
Comment by Emily — August 20, 2007 @ 12:41 pm
29.
George! congratulations to you both. this makes me want to get engaged all over again…. if this is how you propose I can only imagine how fantastic the anniversary parties are going to be! best wishes to you in your new endeavor! HM
Comment by Helen Maria — August 20, 2007 @ 1:33 pm
30.
Phillip, I just figured out “I tuba fuel!” Very nice.
Yeah, the acronyms are killing me over here. My early muir owl? Forget about it.
Comment by Sara — August 20, 2007 @ 1:51 pm
31.
Ingenious! And wonderful! Congratulations to you both.
Comment by Andrew — August 20, 2007 @ 1:51 pm
32.
phillip!
what a dummy I am! I didn’t even see that coming. I just thought you’d made a series of typos. nice one!
Comment by est1976 — August 20, 2007 @ 2:13 pm
33.
Although I’ve only known George for a week or so, Sara, you are a very lucky woman. Congratulations to you both and it was a pleasure to have 40000 be such an important part in a memory that will last a lifetime. (And what amazing friends and co-workers you have!)
Comment by Britton/40000 — August 20, 2007 @ 2:14 pm
34.
HM, I have no idea what I’ve done; I’ve totally set myself up for future anniversaries now!
Comment by est1976 — August 20, 2007 @ 2:19 pm
35.
I don’t know either of you but I just wanted to say, HOW do you follow that!!!!!
And of course, many many congratulations!
Enjoy, be happy.
Comment by Ali — August 20, 2007 @ 2:25 pm
36.
Hey Britton, I know!!! I have never felt so lucky. Or so ready for retaliation. I am going to have to get him back somehow. SOMEHOW…
Is your gallery open in about a year?
Comment by Sara — August 20, 2007 @ 2:26 pm
37.
That is just too awesome for words. Very cool.
Comment by Aaron — August 20, 2007 @ 3:03 pm
38.
Great proposal, but man that music is stone cold freaking me out.
Comment by Anonymous — August 20, 2007 @ 3:13 pm
39.
Fantastic idea, perfectly executed. Thanks for sharing it with all of us. As someone who’s been married for a long time, I have to say, when it works marriage is one fantastic thing .
Comment by Richard — August 20, 2007 @ 3:20 pm
40.
Seeing the jumbled layout early in the video I thought you might turn on a spotlight near the end, to reveal a shadow projection that spells out the proposal. Very good though and I liked how you captured her reaction at the end.
Comment by Paul — August 20, 2007 @ 3:26 pm
41.
You sir, are a genius.
Comment by cfab — August 20, 2007 @ 3:39 pm
42.
congrats man! what an awesome thing
Comment by nickganga — August 20, 2007 @ 3:46 pm
43.
Wow… that was amazing… that is something the book “The Game” didn´t teach you… BTW, do you still have it laying around George?
Comment by Marcos Gonzalez — August 20, 2007 @ 3:46 pm
44.
I found this via Reddit and I’m floored. This was romantic, impressive, and creative.
You can’t beat that.
Comment by Andrew Ferguson — August 20, 2007 @ 3:47 pm
45.
I think the gallery may have had to move things around, now that the show is over. It was after all a one night affair.
Comment by est1976 — August 20, 2007 @ 3:52 pm
46.
Congratulations, you two! It was a privilege to be a tiny part of such a great event. I’ll never forget that moment–Sara’s reaction was priceless!
Comment by Serge Gandaora — August 20, 2007 @ 3:54 pm
47.
Can I post this on my website? The brides would love it.
Comment by Moments of Elegance — August 20, 2007 @ 4:04 pm
48.
Sara and George, we’ve never met, but I was sent the link to your incredible video and I just wanted to say how beautiful it was to watch it. It’s very reassuring to know that in a world of continued darkening there’s a bright light of creativity, love and hope burning in Chicago. I’ve been married myself since 2000 and I try to live everyday like a newlywed and I hope the two of you do, too! Congratulations!
Comment by Robert Fobian — August 20, 2007 @ 4:14 pm
49.
Ashley/Moments of elegance,
yes of course! Just link to the post!
Comment by est1976 — August 20, 2007 @ 4:15 pm
50.
Wow, that is just beautiful! The reveal gave me chills. Congratulations!
Comment by Impressed — August 20, 2007 @ 4:20 pm
51.
Man oh man George. You’ve just set a new benchmark, and made all us single guys left holding the bag. Do you have any idea how much harder you just made life for us if we ever settle down?!
Congrats to you both!
Comment by Los — August 20, 2007 @ 4:28 pm
52.
Random well-wisher. All the best to you both.
Comment by M — August 20, 2007 @ 4:33 pm
53.
Hey–
I knew you were a rock star, George, but this still blew me away.
Warmest Congratulations to you both!
Mazel tov!
Comment by nobugs — August 20, 2007 @ 4:45 pm
54.
Wow. You’ve made me (another random well-wishing stranger) cry! Very sweet….
Comment by Kelsey — August 20, 2007 @ 5:00 pm
55.
wow, fantastic! highly inventive. any girl would almost have had to say yes! congrats.
Comment by Taylor — August 20, 2007 @ 5:01 pm
56.
Dude you are the man!
Comment by fts — August 20, 2007 @ 5:17 pm
57.
Sweet! Congratulations!
Comment by goodspeed — August 20, 2007 @ 5:34 pm
58.
Man, that’s genius. Very good luck to you and your fiancee
Comment by Daniel — August 20, 2007 @ 5:34 pm
59.
That was absolutely beautiful. Congratulations!
Comment by Jessica — August 20, 2007 @ 5:34 pm
60.
I don’t know you guys, but i really hope you have a lasting marriage. You both looked So happy, especially during one of the hugging images… it looked like it was ONLY you two alone in that room for that moment.
Comment by Zigzo Links — August 20, 2007 @ 5:34 pm
61.
Respect. Nicely done. Mad props.
Comment by Preston — August 20, 2007 @ 5:58 pm
62.
I don’t even know you guys, but I’m weeping a little at your obvious happiness. I hope your life together is filled with such joy and creativity.
Comment by momesq — August 20, 2007 @ 6:00 pm
63.
Is that Hillary - the redhead? Used to be at enginerd.org? The world is getting smaller when I randomly see someone I haven’t heard from in a few years (and only know online anyway) on a video linked off popurls!!
Comment by Lacy — August 20, 2007 @ 6:01 pm
64.
Very well done — congratulations — best wishes to you both!
Comment by david — August 20, 2007 @ 6:03 pm
65.
Good thing she said yes!
Comment by R. Munder — August 20, 2007 @ 7:08 pm
66.
Hey Lacy, that is Hillary of enginerd - I’ll tell her to stop by this site! She and I went to grad school together.
Comment by Sara — August 20, 2007 @ 7:18 pm
67.
George, what can we say but “WELCOME TO THE FAMILY!” Love from Sara’s parents
Comment by Nancy and Sam — August 20, 2007 @ 7:38 pm
68.
Bastard! Ruining for all of us. If my gf sees this, she would except no less.
Comment by Gregg — August 20, 2007 @ 7:41 pm
69.
I’m hanging out with Jessica, playing it by ear of course, and we just watched your video for the 10th time! and yes, Jessica cried..yet again…i love you both and am so excited for you! great work Georgey! now let’s go to Sweet Tomatoes and celebrate!!
Comment by lindsay — August 20, 2007 @ 7:46 pm
70.
OK - I got I tuba fuel, and after alot of work My early muir owl, but what on earth is Serge Gandaora? clues at least?
Comment by anonymous — August 20, 2007 @ 8:27 pm
71.
Aha! finally, the last clue is being discovered. It’s another anagram of course, but this one is trickier.
The name of the artist could have just been my name, but it’s kinda short so I threw in Sara’s too. So, “George and Sara” became, “Serge Gandaora”.
Comment by est1976 — August 20, 2007 @ 8:33 pm
72.
Congratulations to you both! What a creative spirit you have. The song you chose for the video also is beautiful. Can you tell me who the artist is and the song title?
Comment by Rob — August 20, 2007 @ 8:46 pm
73.
I tuba fuel = Beautiful
My early muir owl = Will you marry me
Serge Gandaora = George and Sara (or Sara and George)
Comment by Anonymous — August 20, 2007 @ 8:51 pm
74.
Ok - now I get it. Your family name must be some anagram on Sandora, George.
Comment by anonymous — August 20, 2007 @ 8:59 pm
75.
Okay,
As a single guy (living in Chicago, no less)… I tend to think of “proposal stories” as kind of, to put it in the PC words of NBC’s “The Office,” “faggy.”
However, this was pretty sweet. (No, not like “that’s so sweet… here are some flowers and chocolates.” More like, “cool, dude.”)
Comment by Berklie — August 20, 2007 @ 9:01 pm
76.
The song is by Sigur Ros and the title was Sæglópur, from the album Takk. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sigur_R%C3%B3s
Comment by est1976 — August 20, 2007 @ 9:01 pm
77.
Dan was crying! We love you both! Dannon
Comment by Anonymous — August 20, 2007 @ 9:15 pm
78.
Wow, congrats George!!!!
Hope to see you soon on ricedaddies, know what I mean????
Comment by larry — August 20, 2007 @ 9:31 pm
79.
Knowledge Jolt says, “Here is a video that has gone viral about George’s elaborate wedding proposal. Sentimentals might cry.”
http://blog.jackvinson.com/archives/2007/08/20/my_early_muir_owl.html
Trackback by Knowledge Jolt with Jack — August 20, 2007 @ 9:37 pm
80.
Score one for the beautiful things in the world.
Well done.
Comment by blazin_chalice — August 20, 2007 @ 10:37 pm
81.
Kudos, sir. That was brilliantly planned and executed. May you and Sara enjoy many happy years.
Comment by Ian — August 20, 2007 @ 10:38 pm
82.
wonderfull.
Comment by Nanda — August 20, 2007 @ 11:01 pm
83.
A+! effort ftw! she is so lucky to have you. i dont know anything about you and that touched me deeply. A+, you rule! (and you made me just a tad wet! which i thought only happened to girls until i saw this video!)
Comment by hunter — August 20, 2007 @ 11:16 pm
84.
Nicely done! Good show!
Comment by Jason — August 21, 2007 @ 1:13 am
85.
Congratulations, man. and welcome to a life of hell. prepare to be domesticated.
Comment by The Dude — August 21, 2007 @ 1:25 am
86.
The world is sorely missing more wondrous acts like yours. I hope you enjoy many happy years together and let some of this wonder rub off onto the rest of reality.
Comment by RN3AOH — August 21, 2007 @ 1:56 am
87.
George I don´t know you, but you raise the bar for the rest of us. That was awesome!
Comment by Fab — August 21, 2007 @ 2:00 am
88.
Beautifully done. Wish you and Sara a happy married life.
Comment by Roshan — August 21, 2007 @ 3:35 am
89.
The The & Sara, we just got to see this, we are all so happy for you both.
How incredible are your lives going to be if this is anything to base it on?
Mama Lily, mum & dad, Adrian, George & Olivia.
SP See you in Nov.
Comment by Anonymous — August 21, 2007 @ 4:05 am
90.
Great!
You’re a real genius, best wishes to both of you.
Comment by marchino — August 21, 2007 @ 4:37 am
91.
This made me smile from the inside all the way out. I hope you will be be very happy together.
Comment by Neil Albrock — August 21, 2007 @ 5:04 am
92.
fantastic
Comment by Marco — August 21, 2007 @ 5:18 am
93.
George - you are a one-off. I am in part inspired by your commitment, talent and general brilliance and, in part, humbled that I may never transcend the line from average ingenuity and innovation to Aye-level class. Sara - I look forward to meeting you. Congratulations both. Cracking vid. Rob
Comment by Rob — August 21, 2007 @ 5:28 am
94.
Sara, why are we not surprised that you’re marrying an amazingly romantic and creative genius!?! George, you and Sara appear to be absolutely perfect for each other!! Congratulations to the two of you and to both of your lucky families!!! How wonderful!!!
Love,
Jane & Rick
Comment by Jane & Rick — August 21, 2007 @ 6:01 am
95.
Dude! Thats points in the bank son! well done, what an amazing exhibit too.
Comment by Dan — August 21, 2007 @ 6:13 am
96.
Truly amazing.
Comment by Scott — August 21, 2007 @ 6:39 am
97.
that’s brilliant - congratulations and all the best.
Comment by fabian — August 21, 2007 @ 6:43 am
98.
Absolutely stunning.
Comment by Adam McKerlie — August 21, 2007 @ 6:58 am
99.
That’s just a big bowl of awesome. Glad it worked for you.
Comment by JJGG — August 21, 2007 @ 7:01 am
100.
Truly awesome. Well done. I had tears in my eyes at the end of the vid…
Comment by Keith — August 21, 2007 @ 7:01 am
101.
Incredibly amazing. Good luck, all the best despite never meeting either of you. Truly brilliant!
Comment by Tim othy — August 21, 2007 @ 7:04 am
102.
that is so damn sweet!!!
Comment by sian ng — August 21, 2007 @ 7:13 am
103.
Congrats!
Emily
http://www.prankvideoz.com
Comment by Emily — August 21, 2007 @ 7:16 am
104.
Wow, that’s great man! And special too. Congrats!
Comment by Ralf — August 21, 2007 @ 7:21 am
105.
wow….only one word can describe this unique approach to proposing…
…and that word is gay.
Comment by kroni — August 21, 2007 @ 7:23 am
106.
What was lovely! Congratulations!
Comment by david — August 21, 2007 @ 7:28 am
107.
Beautiful. Great job my friend and very uplifting. One of the best videos I have seen on the Internet.
Congratulations.
Comment by Darrell — August 21, 2007 @ 7:35 am
108.
George, props to you and congratulations to you and Sara from far away NL
Now to think of something to top that for the wedding
You’ve placed the bar rather high I’m afraid!
Comment by jm — August 21, 2007 @ 7:36 am
109.
brilliant work! congrats all the way from singapore!
Comment by ab — August 21, 2007 @ 7:37 am
110.
Congratulation to you and Sara! This is definitely a very memorable incident.
BTW, time to think on what to do on your wedding and anniversary. :p
Comment by ronnie from HK — August 21, 2007 @ 7:39 am
111.
What a beautiful proposal and a wonderful expression of art!
Congrats to you both!
Comment by rebecca — August 21, 2007 @ 7:40 am
112.
Man, you are a genius. I hope you’re sensationally happy together
Comment by David Taylor — August 21, 2007 @ 7:46 am
113.
It seems like she’s worth it. A job well done my friend.
Comment by Lawk Salih — August 21, 2007 @ 7:48 am
114.
Oh- would you consider posting the “artist’s statement?” It’s not very readable in the video and I’d love to see what it says.
Comment by rebecca — August 21, 2007 @ 7:50 am
115.
Congrats, that was awesome!
Comment by Jon — August 21, 2007 @ 7:51 am
116.
WOW. I can only hope to find someone as amazing as you! Congratulations!
Comment by Abby — August 21, 2007 @ 7:51 am
117.
That was awesome… Props to you!
Comment by Enosh — August 21, 2007 @ 7:52 am
118.
How incredibly creative and thoughtful. Very well done. My congratulations to you both.
Comment by Mark McNally — August 21, 2007 @ 7:53 am
119.
Holycarp. I’m just very glad I proposed a few months ago, otherwise…. I’d be hosed
AMAZING job man. The one thing I’ve gotta ask- were you still nervous?
Comment by David — August 21, 2007 @ 7:57 am
120.
Original & fun
Congrats.
Comment by Stijn — August 21, 2007 @ 7:58 am
121.
Bliksem! Dis nice! Congrats guys, the amount of detail is incredible, and to win the girl of your dreams, awesome stuff! Blessings!
Comment by Massyn — August 21, 2007 @ 8:00 am
122.
I can’t see the vid… please post a d’loadable version
Comment by sean — August 21, 2007 @ 8:01 am
123.
dude. that is so gay.
Comment by honest person — August 21, 2007 @ 8:05 am
124.
Well, you’ve been Dugg. And a more worthy Digging I have not seen for some time.
Congratulations to two complete strangers to me - I wish you a long and very happy life together. And George, you rock on so many levels I do not know where to start!
-rdm.
Comment by Rob Masters — August 21, 2007 @ 8:06 am
125.
very clever. I applaud your efforts.
congratulations and blessings to the both of you.
Comment by randomtaper — August 21, 2007 @ 8:07 am
126.
Awesome. I knew what was coming but still was amazed. It was great to see her reaction. Congrats!
Comment by Mike — August 21, 2007 @ 8:08 am
127.
LAME!!!
Comment by J — August 21, 2007 @ 8:09 am
128.
Ok it’s either a freaky coincidence or not but my engagement video goes to the same song… I love it! Good luck together!
Comment by Chris Tuff — August 21, 2007 @ 8:11 am
129.
Damn you and your proposal that blows away anything I’ve ever done in my entire life! Now I have to start over!
Seriously… congratulations! I’m completely impressed by what you pulled off here and I wish you and Sara the very best.
But damn you!
Comment by J. Kevin Tumlinson — August 21, 2007 @ 8:12 am
130.
these are the kinds of moments that make life worth living.
thank you.
Comment by Anonymous — August 21, 2007 @ 8:15 am
131.
wow. that was brilliant. I want to do something like that for my girl. though i won’t show her this video because i don’t think i could ever match this.
way to show everybody how it’s done. congratulations, she must be really special.
Comment by michael — August 21, 2007 @ 8:15 am
132.
Ignore all the naysaying assholes, you fucking rock dude. Seriously impressive, best of luck to the both of you!
Comment by Simon — August 21, 2007 @ 8:17 am
133.
I expected a hidden message to appear in the background after lights hit the cardboard from two or three different angles. That would be cool. Fake art show with cardboard saying marry me… What are all you people so gaga over? It’s a nice gesture sure. I’m guessing girls now days are just use to getting a plastic bubble ring thrown at them or something.
Comment by K — August 21, 2007 @ 8:24 am
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With this much effort in the engagement… It seems that this is a marriage that will last for more than an eternity. Congratulations and I wish you many many years of happiness.
Comment by Gil — August 21, 2007 @ 8:24 am
135.
wow.
Comment by Esteban — August 21, 2007 @ 8:32 am
136.
Congrats as everyone has told you. It doesn’t matter who you are or where you come from or even if your not an art lover in any way you can still appreciate what you have done. What you did was an amazing display of creativity, i wish you both best of luck.
Comment by Noel — August 21, 2007 @ 8:33 am
137.
Nice man
Comment by jimmy — August 21, 2007 @ 8:35 am
138.
From Brasil:
genius!!!
Comment by Pedro — August 21, 2007 @ 8:38 am
139.
Very creative. The concept very clever. Best wishes to you.
Comment by Tom Warner — August 21, 2007 @ 8:38 am
140.
Wonderful!
Romance is not dead (never has been).
Congratulations to you both may God bless your future together.
Comment by Adrian — August 21, 2007 @ 8:39 am
141.
Hey, you the man! Congrats!
Comment by Anonymous — August 21, 2007 @ 8:39 am
142.
That was amazing and beautiful! Congratulations to both of you.
Comment by miri — August 21, 2007 @ 8:47 am
143.
wow. you made me cry a little. simply amazing. best wishes.
Comment by brian warner — August 21, 2007 @ 8:51 am
144.
Congrats!! You are my hometown hero!!
Comment by Justin — August 21, 2007 @ 8:53 am
145.
B-E-A-U-T-I-F-U-L-L-Y done!
Comment by EngGirl — August 21, 2007 @ 8:54 am
146.
That was so nice
Comment by Elly — August 21, 2007 @ 8:55 am
147.
You don’t know me from a hole in the ground, but the link was passed on to me and I wanted to offer my congratulations! May you have a wonderful life together.
Comment by fiat lux — August 21, 2007 @ 8:56 am
148.
hm funny … your body structure always looks like mine … strange ….
anyways, happy wedding!
Comment by Ritter99 — August 21, 2007 @ 8:57 am
149.
Congrats..that was such a clever idea!
Comment by Jack — August 21, 2007 @ 8:59 am
150.
Awesome! Best of luck.
Comment by Moe — August 21, 2007 @ 9:02 am
151.
That set the bar for all of us now…
Comment by Dmitri — August 21, 2007 @ 9:02 am
152.
great stuff. congrats
Comment by planner — August 21, 2007 @ 9:06 am
153.
amazing…congrats!!!
Comment by fLUx — August 21, 2007 @ 9:09 am
154.
So where can I get this music at?
Comment by Ryan — August 21, 2007 @ 9:15 am
155.
unbelievably incredible!!!!! that is amazing! congrats on the engagement!
Comment by seth — August 21, 2007 @ 9:16 am
156.
she’s super cute! good on ya
Comment by bwk — August 21, 2007 @ 9:20 am
157.
Random thing from the internet
This came across digg today, it’s a video montage of a guy constructing a proposal under the guise of being art. I’m a fan, nice work brother….
Trackback by Bringing Puntification to the Masses — August 21, 2007 @ 9:27 am
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you got game my man, had a grown ass man say “aww”
Comment by Grown Ass Man — August 21, 2007 @ 9:34 am
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Wow. So glad you shared this with the world. What is the song/band that plays with the video?
Kris
Comment by Kris — August 21, 2007 @ 9:34 am
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What I want to know is… how many girls saw the display that night with their boyfriends and thought that *they* were the ones the message was intended for?
Very nicely done. (And an excellent video recap of the event too. Sigur Ros FTW.)
Comment by Brian Taylor — August 21, 2007 @ 9:35 am
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Good work man.
Comment by Richard — August 21, 2007 @ 9:35 am
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That’s fantastic, good on you, wish I had a craft which allowed me to be so romantic!
Good luck
Comment by Chris James — August 21, 2007 @ 9:36 am
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cool!
Comment by Anonymous — August 21, 2007 @ 9:36 am
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Fantastic!!!!
Comment by Sam — August 21, 2007 @ 9:40 am
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Well if you don’t mind happy wishes from a complete stranger here goes!
That’s probably one of the sweetest proposals ever, and Sara just got herself one creative and loving guy. That’s probably the most care an attention I’ve ever heard of being put into a proposal.
Bless your life together, it makes me so happy to see that there are still people who care about marriage too.
Comment by Tom Hodgins — August 21, 2007 @ 9:42 am
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Cuuuuuute!
Comment by Jacob — August 21, 2007 @ 9:43 am
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errr I didn’t even know you guys but yeah my friend sent me this link and I was very impressed with George. Congratulations on you both and I just felt like the world is a better place to live when there are thoughtful & caring people around us. Cheers!
Comment by Nikki — August 21, 2007 @ 9:52 am
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Congratulations and BEST WISHES to you both. Your story is very inspiring, and I thank you for sharing it with the world.
Comment by Ben — August 21, 2007 @ 9:53 am
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That was fantastic - simply brilliant - best of luck to you two!
Comment by Jim — August 21, 2007 @ 9:53 am
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wow that was amazing great idea! im happy for you
Comment by ben — August 21, 2007 @ 9:54 am
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Tremendous. Mazel tov!
Comment by justin — August 21, 2007 @ 9:55 am
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Congrats. Very nicely done and uttery creative.
Comment by Antoine of MMM/Jaiku — August 21, 2007 @ 9:55 am
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Modern chivalry nicely done! Congrats to you both!
Comment by Josh — August 21, 2007 @ 9:56 am
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Wow, Most of us were not that lucky, it is great to see that a guy really know how special this moment is to a girl. Now she has a great story that she can pass on for years to come. You are a great guy, George, Conrats from a stranger in Flordia.
Comment by Cathy — August 21, 2007 @ 9:57 am
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Thank you so much…that was beautiful and I was in tears watching it.
Congrats to both of you.
Kay
P.S. do you think if I get my guy to watch this he might get the hint????
Comment by Kathryn — August 21, 2007 @ 10:01 am
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Solid.
Comment by Christopher — August 21, 2007 @ 10:01 am
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So what’d she say?
Comment by Anonymous — August 21, 2007 @ 10:04 am
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Very romantic and creative idea! Congratulations and best wishes on the next part of your lives.
Comment by Eric — August 21, 2007 @ 10:15 am
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this is beautiful and creative.
i admit im a bit jealous.
if only more men would think to be so sweet in a moment that should be remembered for ever.. it might lower divorce rates..hah
Comment by sabrina — August 21, 2007 @ 10:19 am
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Congratulations!!! That was amazing! You have officially made most women in Chicago all teary-eyed!
Comment by katie — August 21, 2007 @ 10:20 am
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George and Sara, I am Monica Bueno’s cousin. She shared this with me and I’m glad she did because it is absolutely BEAUTIFUL!!!! I cried when I saw it! Congratulations, and may you always have the same dedication and thought with each other through the years ahead!
Comment by Gigi — August 21, 2007 @ 10:23 am
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wow, like many others have said, you made me cry. and i cried because i just wasted almost 4 minutes of my life.
Comment by Anonymous — August 21, 2007 @ 10:24 am
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Sharing time: Spiffy Wedding Proposal
Part of me sees this and thinks “Oh! That is so awesome! And sweet! Wow!”And part of me thinks “I am so jealous!”And then feels kind of bad about it, because, really, I’m happy for these strangers and wish them nothing but ha…
Trackback by Rampant Bicycle — August 21, 2007 @ 10:24 am
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Congrats! Very creative
Comment by Eug — August 21, 2007 @ 10:26 am
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Jog on.
Comment by You Mug — August 21, 2007 @ 10:29 am
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Wow. Congrats, guys. That was pretty amazing.
Comment by Jason — August 21, 2007 @ 10:34 am
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that was almost as good as when my honey dropped wrought iron on my toes. we’re getting married in less than 2 weeks.
congratulations to you both.
Comment by Wendy — August 21, 2007 @ 10:45 am
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Adorable!
Comment by fohgetuhboutit — August 21, 2007 @ 10:48 am
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What’s the matter you pompous asshole, can’t stand a little criticism? Rename your website, the things we think but do not want to hear. It would be just as insufferably titled but more accurate. Suck it!
Comment by Al — August 21, 2007 @ 10:50 am
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Simply brilliant! Congratulations!
Comment by Derek Siew — August 21, 2007 @ 10:54 am
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very sweet
Comment by noah — August 21, 2007 @ 10:55 am
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congratulations - i think you two are going to be very happy together. That was a great video, all the best
Comment by Julian — August 21, 2007 @ 10:56 am
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In USA do you need all this ridicolous stuff to get a girl to marry you?
Comment by devicerandom — August 21, 2007 @ 10:59 am
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That is both brilliant and amazing! Congratulations!
Comment by CxuViPretas — August 21, 2007 @ 11:01 am
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Wow. Puts my JumboTron proposal to shame
Comment by Richard — August 21, 2007 @ 11:02 am
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Awesome!
Gj
Comment by k — August 21, 2007 @ 11:03 am
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Wow, after all that I’m glad she said yes.
Comment by Paul — August 21, 2007 @ 11:04 am
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Nice use of 3d pre-visualisation.
… ok ok ok, that was beautiful and wonderful. Congratulations to you!
Comment by tomaeus — August 21, 2007 @ 11:04 am
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Brilliant! Although, like all men now, we hate you for raising the bar. I mean, really, previz for an engagement! Damb you! Now I’ll have to run engagement simulations on my computer grid.
Comment by daniel — August 21, 2007 @ 11:05 am
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That was beautiful, may God bless you in your new life together. You are really creative!!!
Comment by Yorkali — August 21, 2007 @ 11:09 am
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Wow! That was good! I just got married 4 months ago today. That was just amazing! Congrats!
Comment by Timothy — August 21, 2007 @ 11:10 am
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Comment 189 = Dugg Down.
Comment by Ian — August 21, 2007 @ 11:11 am
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Great idea! Her surprised look will definitely be a memory to last forever. Congrats on the engagement.
Comment by Anonymous — August 21, 2007 @ 11:13 am
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that was cool. What song is that?
Comment by cory — August 21, 2007 @ 11:15 am
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That is the most wonderful thing I’ve ever seen.
You are such a wonder man to do something like that, we can all you see you truly love her.
I wish you luck in your marriage and many many happy days :-p
Comment by John — August 21, 2007 @ 11:15 am
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Now thats what I call romantic!!! It shows how much he loves her that he went to all that work!!! Double kudos for that one!
Comment by Sheri — August 21, 2007 @ 11:22 am
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Incredible. Congratulations and best of luck.
Comment by Zack B — August 21, 2007 @ 11:22 am
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and by now they are probably arguing about having time to themselves.
Comment by jo — August 21, 2007 @ 11:29 am
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Great work - but what is what’s, who’s and why’s?
Oh, you meant whats, whos, and whys… got it.
Comment by typophile — August 21, 2007 @ 11:30 am
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Wow man, more guys need propose like that!!! Very unique and awesome! You make a perfect couple! Congrats and Best Wishes to you both.
The Luce
Comment by david — August 21, 2007 @ 11:38 am
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Brilliant art of work. cheers mate. the song goes really well with the video too
congrats
Comment by Jas — August 21, 2007 @ 11:41 am
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I thought it was going to be a shadow thing…
Comment by jp — August 21, 2007 @ 11:45 am
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Brilliant idea, congratulations and best wishes of happiness…
Comment by Anonymous — August 21, 2007 @ 11:57 am
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Grats dude, that’s pretty sweet
Comment by Anonymous — August 21, 2007 @ 12:01 pm
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Wow, that is fantastic. Very lucky girl.
Comment by Gregg — August 21, 2007 @ 12:01 pm
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music:
artist: sigur ros
album: takk
song: saeglopur
Comment by Anonymous — August 21, 2007 @ 12:02 pm
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I cried while watching this, and the music was PERFECT. Congrats!
Comment by Lauren — August 21, 2007 @ 12:05 pm
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Anybody who puts that much thought into a pivotal moment like that is destine to see the reward in marriage… through think and thin. Very moving… congratulations.
Comment by Jon — August 21, 2007 @ 12:06 pm
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WOW! congratulations, just hope no one i know ever sees this, there is no way i could even come close, amazing!
Comment by bob — August 21, 2007 @ 12:10 pm
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A Unique and Romantic Marriage Proposal
I just found a really cool and unique marriage proposal someone just did recently. This guy spent a ton of time putting this all together and even shot an increasingly popular You Tube video to capture the entire saga. To…
Trackback by Diamond Vues — August 21, 2007 @ 12:16 pm
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That is the sweetest thing. I so hope that someone will love me so much to do something like that for me one day. Wow. Good for you guys.
Comment by Jen — August 21, 2007 @ 12:17 pm
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Totally amazing and creative. You just inspired me in a way I never thought about art installations.
Comment by noizfx — August 21, 2007 @ 12:18 pm
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mazal tov!
Comment by zaphod2016 — August 21, 2007 @ 12:20 pm
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Congratulations! it was nice to watch.
Comment by eric — August 21, 2007 @ 12:29 pm
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Congratulations from another complete stranger.
Comment by Sarah McKeever — August 21, 2007 @ 12:29 pm
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Wow. That made me cry. Thanks for posting this.
Comment by jovino — August 21, 2007 @ 12:30 pm
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This was Nice..Congrats!…Hope the best for the both of you
Comment by k-mo — August 21, 2007 @ 12:31 pm
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wow like everyone has already said thats genius. congrats
Comment by Nigel — August 21, 2007 @ 12:36 pm
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Just came here from a random site, but this is really sweet. Congratulations and best of luck and love to both you!!
Comment by Waleed — August 21, 2007 @ 12:37 pm
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Congrats! Great video - I am sure you two will be very happy. Loved the music… What Sigur Ros track is that? Peace, -Reed
Comment by Reed — August 21, 2007 @ 12:39 pm
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Totally beautiful…you touched my heart! Congrats!
Comment by pam — August 21, 2007 @ 12:40 pm
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You can see the true Digg effect here- Taking a beautiful, creative and wonderful thing and hurling insults, jealosy and frustrated rage at it.
Congrats on the reveal. Enjoy the marriage, each other and life.
Comment by Mike B — August 21, 2007 @ 12:47 pm
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Too long, you need to edit this baby, the video should be a minute or less. The pictures are confusing, just a lot of people no one knows. Some clarification, more video, and much better editing would make this a youtube classic.
Comment by Chizzo — August 21, 2007 @ 12:50 pm
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You set a pretty high bar. Good luck topping it at the wedding!
Very cool proposal though.
Comment by David — August 21, 2007 @ 12:50 pm
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Yet another complete stranger coming by to congratulate you after seeing the video. Very unique proposal, and very cool. Best ofuck to the both of you!
Comment by Law — August 21, 2007 @ 12:51 pm
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Amazing. Great job…
Comment by Daniel White — August 21, 2007 @ 1:05 pm
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Amazing job! I do agree that the video could be shorter for youtube, as none of us here know who those people in the set up portion are… but I am sure your friends and families appreciate being included. If you could maybe re-edit it into a more youtube friendly version this could really get the attention your love and hard work deserves!
The best of luck to you both, may you enjoy this moment time and time again in the many happy years to come!
Comment by Austin — August 21, 2007 @ 1:05 pm
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That’s just breathtaking… this is destined to be a classic. Congratulations to the both of you !
Comment by JP — August 21, 2007 @ 1:05 pm
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A beautiful sentiment. If only such grace and imagination could be more prevalent. Congratulations.
Comment by Wendy — August 21, 2007 @ 1:07 pm
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Dugg for sigur ros
nice 1.
Comment by CJ — August 21, 2007 @ 1:08 pm
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meh, should have just painted a sign on a dairy cow like they did on the simpsons
Comment by a — August 21, 2007 @ 1:11 pm
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You’ll have sex for life dude.
Nice one.
Comment by Kilibo — August 21, 2007 @ 1:12 pm
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I cried. absolutely wonderful!
Comment by ashlee — August 21, 2007 @ 1:12 pm
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Amazing.
Congrats to the both of you.
Comment by Buck — August 21, 2007 @ 1:13 pm
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What a wonderful video.
There isn’t much this random stranger can add to what everyone else has said, except toast you both:
May there be a generation of children on the children of your children.
Health and long life to you, land without rent to you, a child every year to you.
May the roof above you never fall in,
And those gathered beneath it never fall out.
Here’s to health, peace and prosperity. May the flower of love never be nipped by the frost of disappointment, nor shadow of grief fall among your family and friends.
May you be poor in misfortune, rich in blessings, slow to make enemies and quick to make friends.
And may you know nothing but happiness from this day forward.
May your home always be too small to hold all your friends.
May I see you grey and combing your grandchildren’s hair.
Best Wishes you two.
Cheers
Nick
Comment by Nick The Geek — August 21, 2007 @ 1:22 pm
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I was best man at my brother’s wedding on the 18th and have been detoxing looking at wedding stuff on the Internet. You just made me cry in a hotel wifi hotspot! Congrats to you both.
Comment by PJ — August 21, 2007 @ 1:26 pm
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that was brilliant dude… May God bless you both
Comment by dude from India — August 21, 2007 @ 1:29 pm
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aww! you made me tear up.
Comment by Roxanne — August 21, 2007 @ 1:42 pm
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Yes, as said before beatiful and stuff. But don’t you feel it is overdone? I mean beatiful things are ment to be kept simple, aren’t they? Love, peace and long life to you two.
Comment by Vikki — August 21, 2007 @ 1:43 pm
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wow thats all i can say
Comment by nikhil — August 21, 2007 @ 1:44 pm
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That’s so awesome! Very unique…congratulations & Good luck!
-Mithun Dhar
Comment by Mithun Dhar — August 21, 2007 @ 1:49 pm
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Nice. Wow, that’s awesome. And very artistic and completely geeky. I love it. Congratulations!
Comment by Thomas J. Brown — August 21, 2007 @ 1:49 pm
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That was utterly fabulous! Such an amazing original idea! I love it! Congratulations!
Comment by Christie — August 21, 2007 @ 1:50 pm
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now I feel lonely
Comment by jen — August 21, 2007 @ 1:52 pm
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Beautiful !! She looks very happy…congratulations for the both of you.
Comment by Peter — August 21, 2007 @ 1:56 pm
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wow!! Congratulations!!! Stay this happy forever:) kismac from Hungary
Comment by kismac — August 21, 2007 @ 2:05 pm
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Congratulations!!
Comment by weston deboer — August 21, 2007 @ 2:07 pm
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…Says the anonymous person we will never see or hear of again.
Comment by Chris — August 21, 2007 @ 2:16 pm
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Brilliant. Beautiful. Best of luck from Denmark!
Comment by Patrick Damsted — August 21, 2007 @ 2:25 pm
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Very, very well thought…love the photos of her reaction. Hope it lasts!!
Comment by Joe — August 21, 2007 @ 2:26 pm
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wow, that was actually incredible!
Comment by shaunxcore — August 21, 2007 @ 2:40 pm
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Awesome setup. How did you get access to the laser cutter, an architecture studio? Just curious. Very original.
Comment by JAK — August 21, 2007 @ 2:47 pm
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Excellent use of diversionary tactics. Congrats!
Comment by John Pearsall — August 21, 2007 @ 2:47 pm
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Fake!
Just kiddinng , congratulations guys , hope you have a wonderfull life..
Comment by me — August 21, 2007 @ 2:51 pm
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This is truly remarkable. I’m a random passer-by of this site, but you brought me to tears with your thought and creativity. Happiness to you both always!
Comment by Ravenna — August 21, 2007 @ 2:58 pm
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Awsome! Congrats! I hope you have a long happy life together
Comment by Geri — August 21, 2007 @ 2:59 pm
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Wow.
This so incredibly romantic and nerdy at the same time.
Unique Wedding Proposal.
I got misty-eyed at the end there.
…
Trackback by blogkitten.com — August 21, 2007 @ 2:59 pm
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Great job. I wish you both happiness. -Pete
Comment by Baked Pajamas — August 21, 2007 @ 2:59 pm
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very cool. congrats!
Comment by Barrett — August 21, 2007 @ 3:06 pm
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Sweet!! I sure hope she said “Yes!” Because if she didn’t, I sure would, but I am already married. My husband is from China’s Mainland and our engagement was not nearly so creative. We got married before my engagement ring was even finished so all we had for our wedding photos was our wedding bands, which was the most important thing for us. Thank you for touching my heart today! God’s blessings to your love and to you both!! Your friend, Janie from Xanga
Comment by Janie — August 21, 2007 @ 3:07 pm
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Dude. Incredible and beautiful. Congrats and best of luck from UK.
Comment by Iain — August 21, 2007 @ 3:11 pm
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LOVELY! LOVELY! LOVELY!
Comment by Yam — August 21, 2007 @ 3:19 pm
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Congratulations!
Comment by badjuk — August 21, 2007 @ 3:20 pm
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That’s so romantic, many congratulations to both of you!
Comment by Mikael — August 21, 2007 @ 3:21 pm
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I said yes, obviously! I actually said “Of course,” fell on my knees and dropped my wine glass.
Thanks for all these wonderful wishes!
Comment by Sara — August 21, 2007 @ 3:24 pm
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Spectacular! Awesome…much love and happiness.
Cheryl & Joe Parisi
Comment by Joe Parisi — August 21, 2007 @ 3:28 pm
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WOW, excellent.
The music makes this vid, too!
NICE@!
Comment by Mark — August 21, 2007 @ 3:29 pm
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amazing! congrats. best wishes to you both!!!
Comment by leigh miller — August 21, 2007 @ 3:47 pm
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Who get proposed to like that these days? Dang she’s lucky.
Comment by Peter — August 21, 2007 @ 4:00 pm
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Congrats to you both! That was beautiful.
You are a top story on Digg now, too, which is where I found you.
Comment by Nikki — August 21, 2007 @ 4:02 pm
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Congratulations! As a newleywed myself, I know that if this much love, effort and creativity went into the proposal-you will forever be dreaming up new and exciting things to give each other, and that afterall, is what it is all about-love and joy! Peace….
Comment by nons2reQ — August 21, 2007 @ 4:05 pm
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Dude, that’s the most creative engagement idea I think I’ve ever seen! Congratulations, and many many many wonderful years!
Comment by Dan — August 21, 2007 @ 4:12 pm
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Ooohhh, I can see I should have taken the time to read through all the comments before I posted. You already know you’ve been dugg (and are probably not to happy about it, judging from the comments posted by the rude and obnoxious style diggers).
Ignore them! You did a beautiful thing.
Comment by Nikki — August 21, 2007 @ 4:14 pm
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Good idea. very nice. only thing was the music was nauseating
Comment by billy — August 21, 2007 @ 4:15 pm
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Nice, but the video is 3 minutes too long.
Comment by Mike — August 21, 2007 @ 4:21 pm
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Lame. Very lame.
Comment by Randy — August 21, 2007 @ 4:22 pm
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take my hat off for you…and i thought i was in love
Comment by angelo — August 21, 2007 @ 4:23 pm
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Saying “I do” to laser cut foam core
This is probably the most creative and original marriage proposals I’ve seen. The unsuspecting girlfriend was attending an art show at the 40000 gallery in Chicago with her boyfriend and was viewing new work by artist “Serge Gandaora” calle…
Trackback by BlogCadre — August 21, 2007 @ 4:24 pm
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I am so happy for you two and I don’t even know you! I was amazed after I became engaged how many people (strangers even!) would come up to me and tell me not to get married, but I want to tell you, marriage is the BEST thing in the world.
Blessings and happiness in your lives and marriage always!
Comment by Melissa — August 21, 2007 @ 4:27 pm
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Aww that was the sweetest thing ..wow. I can tell by all the comments that you’ve heard this a billion times already, but truly - sweeeet sweeet sweeet. wish you guys the very best of the world! congratulations!!
Comment by Ankita — August 21, 2007 @ 4:30 pm
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Probably the best proposal in the history or proposals. Congratulations! (I am a total stranger that found your video through Xanga.com…News travels so fast these days….)
Salute`!!
Comment by Dana — August 21, 2007 @ 4:34 pm
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Very creative and very well done!
Congrats to you both. Thanks for sharing.
Comment by r3v — August 21, 2007 @ 4:36 pm
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Thats amazing! Good luck!
Comment by Chris — August 21, 2007 @ 4:42 pm
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Did she say yes? j/k
Well done and creative!
Comment by Jesse — August 21, 2007 @ 4:50 pm
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What a loser. LOL
Comment by Anonymous — August 21, 2007 @ 4:51 pm
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That is the ultra-slick. You are my hero.
Comment by Derick — August 21, 2007 @ 4:51 pm
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Great Idea, really amazing work.
And most importantly: Congratulations!
From Germany,
Steps.
Comment by Stephan — August 21, 2007 @ 4:52 pm
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Only rich people can afford to do that crap. The poor only on Jerry Springler…
Comment by angryflower1 — August 21, 2007 @ 4:56 pm
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That’s very creative. Congratulations!
Comment by Benny — August 21, 2007 @ 4:58 pm
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Creative use of that anagram..
my early muir owl — will you marry me
nice job!
Comment by Anonymous — August 21, 2007 @ 5:03 pm
Comment by est1976 — September 10, 2007 @ 10:00 am
that was so beautiful
you’re lucky to be together
congratulations, I wish you both the best
Comment by GalletitaIrken — September 10, 2007 @ 5:15 pm
Here’s the rest of the comments from before!
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You sir have inspired many Im sure as well as me! I loved it and now know why I still believe in love.
Thanks and many years of happiness to the both of you.
Sandy Hill
San Diego, Ca
Comment by Sandy Hill — August 21, 2007 @ 5:04 pm
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i say
Comment by yosh — August 21, 2007 @ 5:07 pm
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Very very nice. Wish i had done something even close to that for my wife..
What song by Sigur Ros is that?
Comment by Abdullah Ahmed — August 21, 2007 @ 5:12 pm
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Wow, man, that’s absolutely amazing. Honestly, you’re a genius!
Have a great life together, my friend.
Again, truly awesome!
- Riley
Comment by Riley — August 21, 2007 @ 5:13 pm
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Let me tell you why I hate you. You make it harder for the rest of us shlubs out there! Good luck to you folks! It was a wonderful video.
Comment by J.J. — August 21, 2007 @ 5:17 pm
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I don’t really know where to start, but…WOW!!!
That is totally awesome, amazing- just glad she said yes after all that effort and planning!
Best of luck to you both
Comment by Craig — August 21, 2007 @ 5:21 pm
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Sigur Ros is horribly gay.
Translation from ‘hopelandic” to english:
Yoo-sye-low = I am gay.
Comment by Sigur Ros Nemesis — August 21, 2007 @ 5:22 pm
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That was great, Congratulations
Comment by krye — August 21, 2007 @ 5:26 pm
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this is so awesome, i have put the video on my blog and telling everyone about it. Props George, this is amazing. Good luck with your marriage.
Comment by ozzy20 — August 21, 2007 @ 5:46 pm
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You guys are inspirationnal. I wish you the best !
Comment by Laula — August 21, 2007 @ 5:47 pm
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yeah wait a year you’ll wish you installed the foam around your head like earmuffs
Comment by graag — August 21, 2007 @ 5:51 pm
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Mate, that’s inspiring. Going to that much effort, wow. Truly creative. Congratulations and good luck!
Comment by richard — August 21, 2007 @ 5:52 pm
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Very nice!
Congrats!
Comment by mark — August 21, 2007 @ 5:53 pm
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Sara must’ve been walking on stars. You really do love that girl and I hope you will share the rest of your lives together happily.
Comment by Netosis — August 21, 2007 @ 5:55 pm
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Thats fantastic! Congrats you two.
Comment by J.S — August 21, 2007 @ 5:55 pm
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wow, very well done, you two look so happy,
congrats
Comment by jt — August 21, 2007 @ 6:03 pm
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I found my way over from Weddingbee - what an amazing proposal.
Comment by Christine — August 21, 2007 @ 6:08 pm
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Very impressive. Now, George, you’ll REALLY be awesome if you can do something equally impressive every fifth wedding anniversary. You’ll become a minor deity if that means you do at least 8 more creative “I love you” stunts for Sara in your life.
Comment by Qole Pejorian — August 21, 2007 @ 6:09 pm
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Amazing - Good Luck
Comment by Vada — August 21, 2007 @ 6:16 pm
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that was AWESOME. i wish someone had gone through that kind of trouble for me. that was AMAZING! she is so pretty and you are so lucky!
Comment by celeste — August 21, 2007 @ 6:25 pm
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That is the most incredible fantastic thing I have ever seen for a proposal, I salute you sir! Wow!
I am in bewildered awe at your prowess and drive.
Kudos and Congratulations, what a creative way to say you love someone.
Comment by Oscar — August 21, 2007 @ 6:26 pm
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Good work! I remember Sara C. Funny to find her in a video on the internet.
Comment by Joe — August 21, 2007 @ 6:28 pm
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That was so amazing! The creativity and the desire to do something so awesome for another loved one shows your determination to be with her. I’m so glad things have worked out for the best.
Comment by Motter — August 21, 2007 @ 6:32 pm
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Moving and inspiring.
Congrats to you both.
Comment by Dominic — August 21, 2007 @ 6:39 pm
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dude, you are my new hero.
Comment by dex mission — August 21, 2007 @ 6:47 pm
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Beautiful and tender.
I want to marry you!
Good luck to you both!
Comment by Lucas — August 21, 2007 @ 7:12 pm
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Good Job!! Congratulations to you Both.
Truly Lovely and Inspirational!!
Comment by Camron — August 21, 2007 @ 7:44 pm
328.
A Complete Stranger Says…. “That was awesome!”
Comment by Jared — August 21, 2007 @ 7:55 pm
329.
Amazing! Sara, you are so lucky to be engaged with such a ingenious and creative man. I wish you both a happy life together!
Comment by Joey — August 21, 2007 @ 7:57 pm
330.
That was crazy…. so AMAZING!!! I hope one day a guy will take so much time & thought to put together such a thing for me! Thats soo cute!!
Comment by Christie — August 21, 2007 @ 8:04 pm
331.
WOW! Congratulations and good luck!
Comment by Pavel — August 21, 2007 @ 8:05 pm
332.
That was beautiful. Best of luck.
Comment by F — August 21, 2007 @ 8:13 pm
333.
WOW!!!
Comment by Anonymous — August 21, 2007 @ 8:25 pm
334.
You are a fucking rockstar dude.
Comment by Joe — August 21, 2007 @ 8:46 pm
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My girlfriend and I have been dating and living together for a few years now and I know she wants to get married but have no idea how I’m going to propose to her! Seeing this video has really started the creative wheels to kick in high gear! I just wanted to say great job and to commend on your dedication you have put forth to make this event in both of your lives happen.
Not only that, but the rest of the world can enjoy it and say ‘wow…. this man has shown his love for this woman in a way that most have not seen and has captured the imagination of other men, who truly love their women, to come up with ways of expressing that love in a great way.’
To you, sir, I say thank you for sharing and good luck.
P.S. If you have any leftover ideas, shoot me an email…LOL
Warm regards,
Comment by Usman — August 21, 2007 @ 8:48 pm
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WOW!!! All the best to you both from strangers in St Louis who also got engaged at an art museum. We hope you will be blissful and happy. Looks like creative is a given!
Comment by Donna & Jeff — August 21, 2007 @ 9:56 pm
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Romantique et trés original
Comment by Hello — August 21, 2007 @ 10:06 pm
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Wow! Incredible. Like the design and the original idea. Very superbe. Congratulation.
Comment by Bob — August 21, 2007 @ 10:22 pm
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That was amazing, creative and something she will never forget. Now you’ll have to top it for the wedding and anniversaries.
Good luck.
Comment by Michael — August 21, 2007 @ 10:30 pm
340.
congrats!
Comment by a man without a plan — August 21, 2007 @ 10:59 pm
341.
Fantastic proposal and video. Congrats!
Comment by Caitlin — August 21, 2007 @ 11:03 pm
342.
simply amazing. would love to even have the brains to be able to create something like that for the girl of my dreams someday. you should be proud, overjoyed, and rightfully so. Congratulations to both of you!
Comment by ben — August 21, 2007 @ 11:10 pm
343.
that’s was just great mate
congratulation to both of you
i can’t imagine if i were your fiance hahahaha how shock i am
good on you mate
Comment by steve — August 21, 2007 @ 11:13 pm
344.
Congratulations, what a wonderful experience, thank you so much for letting us all be a part of it. To a wonderful life and the beauty you will make together.
Comment by andrew — August 21, 2007 @ 11:28 pm
345.
Brilliant idea, great implementation. Congratulations!
—
Terry, West Sussex, UK
Comment by Terry Pinnell — August 21, 2007 @ 11:48 pm
346.
You just won one year of respect!
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Comment by Svend
] — August 21, 2007 @ 11:54 pm
347.
Seriously talented and inspiring business. Cheers all around and the best of luck to you both!
Comment by M. Kim — August 22, 2007 @ 12:31 am
348.
i wish you both a world of happiness
Comment by Anonymous — August 22, 2007 @ 12:59 am
349.
wonderfull i got a lump in my throat and goosebumps to go with it . iwish u both much happiness and health . make children,u re beautifull.
Comment by michel voogt — August 22, 2007 @ 1:16 am
350.
w00t!
this is such a brilliant idea and very well done, congratulations!
Comment by habi — August 22, 2007 @ 3:26 am
351.
Hi!!!!
I’m touched with the idea, the video…
I hope someday something similar happen to me
(sorry for my english… I am spanish)
Health, good luck and liberty for everybody!
Comment by Rakel — August 22, 2007 @ 3:52 am
352.
When my friend first forwarded this link to me, I thought these two people got engaged on the Tube (the London Underground Tube, that is); rather, you got engaged on You Tube … should have realised I made a mistake because the most romantic experience I’ve had on the Tube is sitting under a guy’s smelly armpit!!
This movie made me teary … You guys are beautiful
Comment by Kerryn — August 22, 2007 @ 4:13 am
353.
Well this reminds me of the line - You love a woman tell her that she is really the one, rockin amazing ,superb, beautiful romantic , Thumbs up,congratualtions and best of luck
Comment by Rohan — August 22, 2007 @ 4:19 am
354.
Great job man, good work. Congratulations and good luck!
Comment by Justin — August 22, 2007 @ 5:06 am
355.
congratulations.this is one of the most romantic i have ever seen nice work
Comment by eyfi biggi — August 22, 2007 @ 5:26 am
356.
Wonderful to watch and it brought tears to my eyes. It’s important for all of us to see love in the world. The best to both of you as you walk through life together!
Comment by Steve — August 22, 2007 @ 6:09 am
357.
All the hard work clearly paid off. I’m pleased for you both and hope there are many more happy years ahead.
You do know that you’ll now have to come back with an elaborate plan for the actual wedding? Hehe. Congratulations! x
Comment by Angel D — August 22, 2007 @ 6:40 am
358.
Haha clever!
Comment by Siggi — August 22, 2007 @ 6:48 am
359.
Thank you for letting me see this. You have a gift inside your mind that allows you to bring joy to others. Please, keep going and let us see how your new life together makes grows.
Comment by Mike — August 22, 2007 @ 6:54 am
360.
This is an inspiration, hope you guys spend the rest of your lives together. You deserve a beer.
Mattieu.
Comment by Mattieu — August 22, 2007 @ 6:56 am
361.
That was amazing! That proposal sets the benchmark. Massive congrats to you both.
Comment by Alex Moyler — August 22, 2007 @ 7:23 am
362.
Amazing..
Comment by Svenster — August 22, 2007 @ 7:38 am
363.
Oh wow, how romantic and adorable! Good luck to the both of you.
Comment by Brittany — August 22, 2007 @ 7:56 am
364.
congrats and good luck. very cute, and well planned. cheers!
Comment by mat — August 22, 2007 @ 9:05 am
365.
The The ,
A little mad perhaps but beautifully entertaining . Best wishes to you and Sara from
Ko Nge , Ma Gayle and the children
Comment by Anonymous — August 22, 2007 @ 9:46 am
366.
Ko The,
You’re clearly completely insane - but I guess that’s part of why Sara loves you …
Hope to meet her soon (ie come and visit us, you big booger)
MiMi and Simon xxx
Congratulations
Comment by Anonymous — August 22, 2007 @ 9:58 am
367.
CONGRATES! What a nice idea!
Comment by Danny — August 22, 2007 @ 10:04 am
368.
Very nice, why not place the whole process for all of us to see.
Moshe
Comment by DiamondsOnFifth — August 22, 2007 @ 10:15 am
369.
Amazing idea….very lucky fiance you have there!
Comment by phaser77 — August 22, 2007 @ 10:25 am
370.
Very Cute! U guys look so happy! Congratz!!!!!
Comment by Nicole — August 22, 2007 @ 11:41 am
371.
That was awsome! Good Luck to you both!
Comment by Kat — August 22, 2007 @ 12:10 pm
372.
Love makes the world go round! I´m Spinning!
Comment by Cedric — August 22, 2007 @ 1:11 pm
373.
Absolutely brilliant, George! I don’t even know you guys & got teary eyed at the reveal. Congratulations both of you. Sara, you landed a good’un - a quite clever, very loving & clearly special guy!
Comment by leilani — August 22, 2007 @ 2:09 pm
374.
You are a genius ! Love This, so beautyful ! Love the song btw sæglópur by sigur rós !
Good luck to you both , lucky girl
Comment by C.C. — August 22, 2007 @ 3:17 pm
375.
BRILLIANT!!
Comment by Mike — August 22, 2007 @ 6:09 pm
376.
You need to be cloned mister!
Comment by Carina — August 22, 2007 @ 6:20 pm
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Næs þetta er Sigurrós
Comment by B2 — August 22, 2007 @ 6:21 pm
378.
that was so beautiful.
i just got married and wish i had thought of something like that…
much happiness and you made me cry
Comment by mo figuls — August 22, 2007 @ 7:28 pm
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Man, you´re brilliant! And very sensitive too! I hope you have a wonderfull life together! CONGRATULATIONS AND BEST WISHES!!!!!
Comment by Rufio — August 22, 2007 @ 7:51 pm
380.
The best i’ve ver seen. What made you think to do that the way you did?
Comment by bill — August 22, 2007 @ 9:11 pm
381.
Wow your video brought me back to the time when I proposed to my wife. We hugged each other and cried for a long time. Congratulations and may you both be blessed with many happy days ahead.
Validator
Singapore.
Comment by Validator — August 22, 2007 @ 9:14 pm
382.
Your proposal was so innovative, I hope you guys have a wonderful life together!
As a newlywed myself every little thing like this brings the memories of the wedding back…
Thank you for sharing such a huge milestone in your lives, I promise its going to go very very fast between now and the wedding!
~Sarah
Comment by Galadriena — August 22, 2007 @ 10:32 pm
383.
that is awesome
Comment by Jesse Thomas — August 22, 2007 @ 11:52 pm
384.
congrats to you both, Bravo on the unique way you proposed.
Comment by Mark — August 23, 2007 @ 1:43 am
385.
george you have restored my faith in men. congratulations and may your love for each other live forever!
Comment by jill mendoza — August 23, 2007 @ 6:04 am
386.
I’m just blown away……I don’t think anyone could ever top the creativity that went into the proposal….We’re all soooooo excited for the two of you……XOXOXO
Comment by Auntie-Laine — August 23, 2007 @ 8:41 am
387.
well…how could I say…
MAGNIFIQUE would be the French word, but i’ll say WONDERFULLY AMAZING then…to be more English!
Congrats!
I can’t imagine the surprise, and I’m sure she’ll be happy!
Well both of you!
Have fun in your life, be happy together, that the b est I can say! And thank you VERY MUCH for those how so good pictures you offered us!
Comment by Camille — August 23, 2007 @ 9:55 am
388.
Creative proposal
While we’re on the topic of ritual and ceremony (see just below), here’s some lighter fare: the feel-good YouTube video of the summer, chronicling one man’s protracted proposal for marriage. This made a friend of mine weep, and he still likes punk….
Trackback by World Magazine Blog — August 23, 2007 @ 10:12 am
389.
That was beautiful!
Comment by Nanette — August 23, 2007 @ 10:49 am
390.
George, I think you owe the public some explanation as to how the idea came about and the creativity that webt behind this whole proposal thing.
Your brother.
Comment by Len — August 23, 2007 @ 11:25 am
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Sara, you silly girl!! How can you fall for a cheap trick like this?
Any man can come up with this abstract whatyoumightcallit art, spent weeks visualising it on the computer, get hold of a whole bunch of white foams and then used the laser cutting thingamyjig (that we all have lying about in our house….naturally) to cut out the letters and burning the fingers along the way, befriend a gallery owner to give you a space for a week or so, install the ‘art work’ over 4 days (and record it using time-lapse photography to show that you actually did the work), find someone to pretend to be the artist, write up a fake blurb about the exhibition, go and buy the all important ring (…pause for a sharp in-take of breadth) and then invite your friends along on the day itself, have the ‘artist’ rambles on about some gibberish talk on his supposed piece of art, make sure someone’s there to capture the moment when he drops down on one knee once he positioned his girfriend at a place which reveals the words ‘Will You Marry Me’ and hope that she says yes?
What’s the big deal??
Your soon-to-be brother-in-law, Len
Comment by Len — August 23, 2007 @ 11:36 am
392.
Congratulations! And as a married dude, boy am I glad that I got hitched BEFORE someone as talented (and in love) as you posted a proposal like that online.
Comment by Anonymous — August 23, 2007 @ 12:55 pm
393.
What a beautiful way to ask your girlfriend to marry you. You proove us we can do extraordinary things when we know how to use our imagination. Continue to surprise your fiancee, you will be sure she will love you forever.
Comment by Sylvain Pichette — August 23, 2007 @ 1:19 pm
394.
congrats man,great job
Comment by Anonymous — August 23, 2007 @ 1:25 pm
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Len!!!!! Aaaaahahahahahaha!
You’re right, the whole thing was so trite. I can’t believe I fell for it.
Comment by Sara — August 23, 2007 @ 1:32 pm
396.
Congrats to you guys! What a beautiful proposal. We enjoyed watching the video. Best of luck always to you both!
Comment by Pete and Angie Rode — August 23, 2007 @ 7:53 pm
397.
WOW- Not only was that video great but what a creative and unbelievable unique idea. congratulations to the two of you and all the best
Comment by Dice1976 — August 23, 2007 @ 9:44 pm
398.
Congrats, when is the wedding?
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Comment by Amber — August 23, 2007 @ 11:40 pm
399.
damn, clever guys ftw. best wishes!
Comment by Anonymous — August 24, 2007 @ 12:47 am
400.
Saeglopur, by Sigur Ros. Thank you for having amazing musical taste. Congradulations too, brother.
Comment by Tommy Bonderenka — August 24, 2007 @ 1:55 am
401.
I just wanted to be 400, I guess. Too bad I missed 300.
I enjoyed your video, and I like Sigur Ros, so bonus points.
Cheers.
Comment by Triene — August 24, 2007 @ 2:02 am
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Holy crap! we’ve had over 400 comments! Amazing. You’ve all been so unbelievably sweet. Thank you
!!!
Comment by est1976 — August 24, 2007 @ 8:08 am
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that was so creative and amazing!! She is so lucky. Congrats you 2!
Comment by beka — August 24, 2007 @ 10:15 am
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Incredible. Impressive. Unbelievable.
Congratulations.
Comment by Retti — August 24, 2007 @ 11:27 am
405.
The The and Sara, here are just a few more good wishes from my friends to you both:
Erm, again just how cool is your brother. The proposal idea, just inspired.
Sarah is a very lucky woman, I loved her reaction. Can you pass on my congratulations.
From Chris Robinson
Have just watched your brothers proposal to Sara, WOW! It brought a tear to my eye, love is still alive and kicking, send my love to both of them, how lovely. xx
Louise Mearog
I saw ur brother’s proposal on youtube! it was brilliant! And he looks just like u..
From Made in Burma
That is the most amazing proposal ever. To think, little Sara still didn’t get it once she read it!!! Hehe. I love it!!!
From our Gina Geremia
That is one of the most beautiful things I’ve ever seen. To do that, to show her that she is his world, oh my god, it’s beautiful.
I am at a loss for words. I just wish more of George were in every man!!
From Maria Legault
Thats awesome!! & totally the way to propose.
From Lisa Rose
How romantic!!
Very special!
From Dr. Ros
Comment by Lily — August 24, 2007 @ 1:01 pm
406.
TOOOOOOOO GOOOOOOOD….seriously got no words to explain… mind blowing..:)….sara u must now be waiting for the marriage…
Comment by Usman — August 24, 2007 @ 1:14 pm
407.
Congratulations. So romantic.
Comment by Chantel — August 25, 2007 @ 4:27 am
408.
Wow, this was amazing! How blessed you two are, and how creative YOU are!!! This would touch anybody if someone proposed to them in this creative way…
God bless your marriage!!!
Comment by Deb — August 25, 2007 @ 11:18 am
409.
VERY well done !
And great video too.
Best wishes for a long life together.
Comment by Nicolas — August 25, 2007 @ 2:44 pm
410.
Hi.. wonderful George. You`re a hero. And we are publishing a book of proposals - unusual, original, inventive, romantic.. next year. We`d love to include your story.. and any other original and unusual ones. Please e-mail to editorial@longbarnbooks.com. Thank you.
Comment by SUSAN — August 26, 2007 @ 6:36 am
411.
Hi. This is the most amazing, romantic,planned out proposal. We can’t wait to meet George AND attend the Chicago wedding next year.
Love, Robin and Marc Lurie
Comment by Robin and Marc Lurie — August 26, 2007 @ 11:26 am
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I don’t know you, but I’m sure you’re an architect, or will be. Foam core for the soul indeed. As a woman who didn’t quite get a proposal, this brings me to near tears. I wish you a long and happy marriage that is every bit as intense, interesting, artistic and elaborate as your proposal.
Comment by SIG — August 26, 2007 @ 7:40 pm
413.
congratulations!
and thank you for sharing… it was ever so moving, you truly found a wonderful way to show your fiancee (and the world) the beauty of love!
Comment by bruno — August 26, 2007 @ 11:03 pm
414.
Awesome
! Congratulations to both of you!!
Comment by Archana — August 27, 2007 @ 12:24 am
415.
Congratulations! wow!
Comment by jacky — August 27, 2007 @ 12:30 am
416.
Congrats…
Comment by Null.in — August 27, 2007 @ 12:49 am
417.
Wow, I don’t know you guys at all but what an amazing story and I have to say, I think I’m now officially ruined as far as proposals go! I can’t ever imagine receiving one as amazing as yours
Comment by Sarah-Beth — August 27, 2007 @ 3:01 am
418.
It’s very sweet but remaind me of a pbf :
http://www.pbfcomics.com/?cid=PBF005AD-No_Survivors.jpg#74
Comment by J — August 27, 2007 @ 3:39 am
419.
WOW. What a great concept. She’s one lucky girl.
Comment by tasha — August 27, 2007 @ 5:57 am
420.
Amazing work… and congrats!
Comment by mark — August 27, 2007 @ 10:18 am
421.
I’m crying.
That was beautiful and so thoughtful.
Congrats.
Comment by Valerie — August 27, 2007 @ 11:10 am
422.
What a great story! I wish you guys a long and happy marriage. Congrats!
Tanya
Comment by Tanya — August 27, 2007 @ 11:34 am
423.
Wow! The best story!
Comment by reshim — August 27, 2007 @ 11:39 am
424.
Big Day Coming
It’s just over a year now that Alec and I got engaged, and in less than a week’s time we will be married. Perhaps that’s why I’m a little emotional on the subject, but my sappiness shouldn’t detract from this…
Trackback by syntaxfree — August 27, 2007 @ 11:43 am
425.
Hi George and Sara- We met way back in Toronto at the DX conference, Sara and I presented in the same session. So beautiful to see how this unfolded for you two. Amazing really. So I guess now you get figure out a wedding that is filled with as much creativity and love! I will stay tuned! Congratulations!
Comment by Tamara — August 27, 2007 @ 11:50 am
426.
Great job George, only a man in real love with no reservations would spend the time to do something so special for the woman he adores. I’m jealous of the creativity, not of the relationship, I have someone I adore.
Comment by Louie — August 27, 2007 @ 12:31 pm
427.
I feel jaded watching this.
That said, I want to one day feel as motivated to impress a gal as this guy did.
Comment by Peter — August 27, 2007 @ 12:31 pm
428.
That is just awesome! Good luck to the both of you!
Comment by Neva — August 27, 2007 @ 3:28 pm
429.
That is so incredibly romantic! Congrats to both of you.
Comment by Diamond — August 27, 2007 @ 7:28 pm
430.
Beautiful. I don’t even know you, but I’m near tears. Amazing. I wish you both a successful and happy marriage.
Comment by crystal — August 27, 2007 @ 7:51 pm
431.
I’m afraid to share this with my girlfriend. VERY impressive!
Comment by Terry — August 28, 2007 @ 4:57 am
432.
ur genius thts the sweetest thing u culd ever do wish u all the happiness and joy in this world~
Comment by Anonymous — August 28, 2007 @ 5:32 am
433.
The name of the song??
Comment by Ricardo — August 28, 2007 @ 5:41 am
434.
Wow. Stunning!
I wish you both luck and neverending happiness!
Greetings from Germany
Comment by Garnprinzessin — August 28, 2007 @ 5:50 am
435.
I googled “Awesome Wedding Proposal Ideas” trying to vindicate my sad attempt at proposing to my now wife. After a “buy my book” site, this was no. 2 on googles list. So amazing I think, even knowing there could be a thousand more ideas, I’ll end my search. I’m sure no matter what else I find online, they won’t be nearly as creative as your idea. All the best!
Comment by Sam — August 28, 2007 @ 7:19 am
436.
That whole video was beyond words. I’m so glad you were able to capture the beauty, the feelings, the surprise. Hope you guys have a wonderful marriage.
Comment by buttons — August 28, 2007 @ 7:40 am
437.
BEAUTIFUL!!!!!
Comment by heide — August 28, 2007 @ 7:46 am
438.
First of all, congratulations! Amazing proposal and the video is fantastic. Inspirational.
Comment by Diane — August 28, 2007 @ 9:38 am
439.
Very Cool. Congratulations
Comment by Dennis T. — August 28, 2007 @ 10:14 am
440.
its unfortunate that there are people commenting that your proposal is “lame” or “gay” seeing as its something so personal, but i think what you’ve done is amazing and thoughtful. congrats! and thank you for sharing that moment with us
Comment by raven — August 28, 2007 @ 10:18 am
441.
gay called.
it’s for you.
Comment by hummer — August 28, 2007 @ 10:24 am
442.
Yes… if being in love with your girlfriend is gay then call the Village People! They can add an industrial designer to their ranks.
Comment by est1976 — August 28, 2007 @ 12:16 pm
443.
This is truly something that makes me jealous in your creativity and proud to have shared your splendidly special engagement with so many others. Feels almost like I was there myself. Heh, if you still have the design I wouldn’t mind re-proposing to my wife for our second wedding. Heh! Much kudos.
Comment by El Monty — August 28, 2007 @ 1:34 pm
444.
i’m speechless. that is way better than a romantic dinner and candlelight proposal.
Comment by Anonymous — August 28, 2007 @ 1:44 pm
445.
what you did was incredibly thoughtful and the video was quite touching. congratulations to you both!
Comment by gamany — August 28, 2007 @ 2:37 pm
446.
I don’t know either of you but that was amazing. I saw the link on Pop Candy and it mentioned Chicago where I used to live and miss immensely so I had to see what it was all about. So creative. Congratulations and best wishes.
Comment by Dawn — August 28, 2007 @ 3:15 pm
447.
Dude, you are my hero!
Comment by Cyndi L — August 28, 2007 @ 3:50 pm
448.
She’s a lucky woman! I wish I can be this creative when the time comes…
Comment by Rakesh — August 28, 2007 @ 4:23 pm
449.
congrats on your engagement and creativity. my husband told me that channel 11 was doing a story on volunteers across america. i saw faxes of waivers, etc. come across the fax machine. i went to the shedd and watch him dive. his friends where all around. he gave his presentation and said “now i have a question for an audience memeber” and asked me to marry him–underwater–in front of about 80 strangers.
it was amazing. and that’s why i love him. he always, always goes above and beyond to make me happy.
Comment by me — August 28, 2007 @ 5:42 pm
450.
That is quite awesome, and clever with the anagram too.
Personally, though, I disagree that George needs to do something awesome for the fifth anniversary: Sara, it’s your turn.
Comment by Maktaaq — August 28, 2007 @ 6:18 pm
451.
I hope to make someone as happy as you have made her. Congratulations, I wish you all the best.
Comment by Rich-ard — August 28, 2007 @ 8:57 pm
452.
Congratulations to you guys! I’m sitting here drinking a glass of Pinot for you guys. Honestly, that was so beautiful, not just for the presentation, but labor of love put forth into it. You make me a believer of love, and thank you for personifying it so eloquently. You guys are truely a testiment to a love that people dream of. Much love, and God Bless!
Random girl from Irvine, California.
Comment by eunice — August 28, 2007 @ 11:26 pm
453.
I’m so happy for you. If you went to this much effort in the beginning, you must really love her. I hope your love will last forever.
Comment by Jackie — August 29, 2007 @ 7:41 am
454.
hey, that was an awesome idea. I was just wondering what the song was that you had playing on the video? thanks. if you could email me that would be awesome. mikesova@gmail.com
Comment by Michael — August 29, 2007 @ 8:27 am
455.
As a few people have already said:
artist: sigur ros
album: takk
song: saeglopur
for a more thorough, FAQ, go to this other post:
http://est1976.blogsome.com/2007/08/23/my-early-muir-owl-faq-and-thanks/
Comment by est1976 — August 29, 2007 @ 2:46 pm
456.
Congratulations!
Comment by Heather — August 29, 2007 @ 8:40 pm
457.
thank you for sharing such a beautiful moment.
Comment by Traci — August 31, 2007 @ 7:40 am
458.
That is just so lovely. Congratulations!
Comment by Claire — August 31, 2007 @ 9:32 am
459.
i teared, but im soft when it comes to genuine emotions.
Comment by Mike — September 1, 2007 @ 9:48 am
460.
what music track did you use for the video?
Comment by wilfred — September 1, 2007 @ 9:57 am
461.
Another sappy teary person…who’d a thunk it? Thanks for sharing a really fantastic moment…the beautiful reveal pictures are the proof of success.
Comment by jennifer — September 1, 2007 @ 8:36 pm
462.
congrats. and may all your wishes come true.
Comment by William — September 2, 2007 @ 11:38 am
463.
I don’t know you…I stumbled upon your blog…but wow! That was amazing! Good luck to both of you!
Comment by Anonymous — September 2, 2007 @ 2:22 pm
464.
That was simply fantastic. You captured the emotion of the event very well. OutFreakingStanding my man.
Comment by spewak — September 2, 2007 @ 9:43 pm
465.
can you post the 3d studio max file?
Comment by shannon — September 3, 2007 @ 8:37 am
466.
#465 - that’s funny, no one has asked for the 3d MAX files before
Comment by est1976 — September 3, 2007 @ 11:24 am
467.
That was the sweetest thing I’ve ever seen.
Comment by bella — September 3, 2007 @ 2:35 pm
468.
^_^
Comment by leandro — September 5, 2007 @ 11:43 am
469.
My most sincere congratulations, sir. I hope that you both have a secure, creative and happy future together.
Peace, love, fluffy things and wedding bells,
Steve
Comment by Mr Steve — September 5, 2007 @ 1:52 pm
470.
Wow man! it was awesome… a huge congrats on engagement!
Simply amazing…
Comment by Zaigham — September 5, 2007 @ 5:29 pm
471.
Congrats man showing real love and passion and no better place than an art gallery they really are the depiction of love. All the best your gonna have a great life.
Comment by Alan Fitzpatrick (Ireland) — September 6, 2007 @ 7:44 am
Comment by est1976 — September 10, 2007 @ 8:13 pm
Wow! That is by far the best proposal I have ever seen! Creative! Captive! Amazing! You should be on Good Morning America! Really!
Congrats!!
Comment by critsey rowe — September 11, 2007 @ 5:20 pm
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Trackback by schadenfreude - compulsively obsessed with finding the funny, so you don't have to — September 12, 2007 @ 10:20 am
sara is the luckiest lady in the world
Comment by cathy — September 12, 2007 @ 9:31 pm
Just followed a post about this on Strobist… what a fantastic and creative idea ! Good luck to you both and best wishes from across the pond.
Comment by Gavin — September 15, 2007 @ 7:43 am
WOW
Comment by Steve — September 17, 2007 @ 12:55 pm
My congratulations to the birde, and condolences to the groom.
The truth is that more than 67% (no, not 50% - do your homework) of marriages will end in divorce. 92% of the time it will be initiated by the woman for no other reason than she is “unfulfilled” – oh, and because she gets the kids, the house, at least ½ the assets and most of his future after tax income for the next 18 years. The man will get raked over in family court. He will lose the house and his kids. He will see his kids 2 out of 14 days (if the ex doesn’t level unsubstantiated “abuse” claims.) He will be forced to hand over 40-50% of his take-home pay. If he loses his job due to illness or downsizing, the State will toss him in jail. While jailed the arrearage will grow and the state will charge interest. The State will revoke his driver’s and professional licenses, make him virtually unemployable.
If you were to take up sky-diving, and the instructor informed you that 67% of the parachutes were defective, would you take the plunge?
The men’s Marriage Strike is alive and well, thank you.
nomarriage.com
Comment by Chris — September 24, 2007 @ 2:14 am
I thought for many days about just deleting this comment but I’ve kept it up as I think it brings up a rather disappointing fact. Many, many people have come to regard marriage with such suspicion that its lost all meaning.
I’m sorry that there are becoming fewer and fewer examples of strong, healthy, respectful relationships and marriages.
Obviously, in under 5 years (by all accounts) I could be bitter, twisted and completely jaded too.
Comment by est1976 — September 26, 2007 @ 4:09 pm
Thank you for sharing your life. So much has gone by and I’m so happy that I’ve found more reason to keep moving forward.
Comment by Deborah Burr — October 8, 2007 @ 11:59 pm
love love LOVE!
congrats,
and all the best to you both.
Comment by lindsay — October 10, 2007 @ 1:26 am
Lost for words, I started out a little dubious, but you really pulled it off. Well done I’m wishing you both all the best from the UK
Comment by Andy — October 17, 2007 @ 4:34 pm
congrats to you all.I loved the way you proposed to your fiancee.I recently got engaged monday on a cruise ship.Best wishes to you both
Comment by suzie — October 21, 2007 @ 10:34 am
Made me cry- You can see how in love both of you are. Congratulations! PS Our anniversary today- still very much in love
xoxo
Comment by Tam — October 26, 2007 @ 7:07 am
if that were me, i would say yes even if i didn’t love the guy
Comment by atomic — October 29, 2007 @ 1:13 am
Wow - what a romantic person I hope your lives are as full as love as this is
Comment by Kelly O — November 6, 2007 @ 7:57 am
dude, as i said in the youtube video, that is just fucking awesome. not only creative in a design way, but shows how much you care, making it as perfect as possible.
her face… just pretty much says it all. best of luck, congratulations.
Comment by rod — November 20, 2007 @ 10:02 pm
I have been in wedding photography for many years and this is a very romantic way of tying the knot! Kudos to you buddy!
Ciao,
Lawrence the photographer
Comment by Lawrence the Photographer — November 24, 2007 @ 3:51 am
Unique!!!! I like it……..
Comment by Eleanor — December 13, 2007 @ 1:59 am
So…what happened to the ‘art’ installation? Do you still have it? Is it available for hire, or can one purchase it on ebay?
Comment by Len — December 14, 2007 @ 11:24 am
nice job man that took time it shows the love that you have for her congrats
Comment by adam — December 23, 2007 @ 10:34 pm
that was beautiful. It made me cry. Sara and George, BOTH of you are lucky to have found each other.
Comment by Janelle Roberts — January 28, 2008 @ 11:18 am
Absolutely amazing. You guys are definitely in love. Now, If only by bf could be that inventive. Kudos. Congrats!
Comment by Allison — January 29, 2008 @ 12:57 pm
Truly Amazing. What an awesome proposal. Congratulations to both of you.
Comment by Jeremiah — February 11, 2008 @ 5:44 pm
Sweetest thing ever! Congrats to both of you. She’s a very lucky lady.
Comment by Liz — March 19, 2008 @ 9:42 am
That was an inspiration! Mazal Tov!!!
Comment by Joshua — March 24, 2008 @ 8:47 am
Congratulations on your engagement! What an absolutely amazing and beautiful way to propose. It’s so special because of all the time you spent crafting the perfect proposal. We’ll be adding this to our Perfect Proposal article at http://www.receptiondetails.com/blog
Comment by Denise — May 15, 2008 @ 10:05 am
We do wedding photography and this has to have been one of the best ways I have heard of to propose!
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Comment by cathy — August 5, 2008 @ 1:59 pm
Got a nice blog.
Comment by CSS — August 26, 2008 @ 12:34 am
i just had to include this breathtaking video on my blog. congrats and i wish you the best of luck!
Comment by wedding-palindrome-wedding — August 29, 2008 @ 11:32 am
Are you married yet?
Comment by terri — September 7, 2008 @ 2:39 pm
i got engaged this weekend too. what a nice feeling eh?
Comment by terri — September 7, 2008 @ 2:42 pm
pick engagement
I don’t know these people. I like their story. Sara and I just got engaged! via: GapersBlock…
Trackback by ...pickhits... — September 12, 2008 @ 10:00 am
Dude, that isn’t only amazing, but it is deep! Seriously that is some real love right that and in the world we live in today that is hard to find. I give this guy mad props and I believe that his “lucky lady” is actually really luck to find a guy like him.
Mad props and congratulations! Good luck with you marriage.
Comment by John — September 20, 2008 @ 8:45 pm
just looking for some inspiration too, i am about to pop the question…well done, really nice idea.
Comment by Jon — September 21, 2008 @ 10:42 am
Someone probably already suggested this–i only made it through comment #154–but you this should be an actual installation in a gallery that people could bring their partner to for a proposal! You could make millions! Ok, thousands, at least.
Comment by Elizabeth Amorose, NYC — November 13, 2008 @ 11:24 am
hehe this is so sweet!
Comment by carolyn — December 10, 2008 @ 10:22 pm
very very sweet!
Comment by QiHui — December 11, 2008 @ 12:37 pm
Hi George,
I’m not sure how often you check this but I work for AOL’s Holiday website (living.aol.com/holidays) and we’re working on a piece about unusual proposals. I’d love to include you guys. If you could email me at kimberly dot moreau at gmail dot com and let me know if we could include you guys (and possible send along a picture) I’d really appreciate it. Thanks so much!
Comment by Kim — January 25, 2009 @ 11:31 am
Great article! I love your blog =)
Comment by Affiliate Promotion — March 26, 2009 @ 2:40 pm
Hey, I watched your video and it was great. I like the artistic touch.
I wanted you guys to take a look at my recent proposal to my girlfriend, now fiancee. It was a surprise engagement proposal that I did this past Saturday inside of a museum.
I would like to publically recognize the Manassas Museum and the Director,
John Verrill, for allowing me to do this. I uploaded the video to YouTube
and posted the link below.
BTW, I’m an A/V person so it is not uncommon for me to be carrying a camcorder wherever I go. Anyways, take a look. Thanks for watching if you do.
Skip to minute 6 if you want to get straight to it:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ekjg68rYt6E
Comment by Tim Thompson — April 29, 2009 @ 9:41 pm
Awwww, so sweet! And very creative! It made me cry ^.^
Comment by Sarah — June 4, 2009 @ 12:46 pm
Great article! I love your blog and cool post! thank you
Comment by Leony @wedding planning — July 9, 2009 @ 3:23 am
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