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We're Engaged!

Aubrie popped the question Christmas morning at his parents house in Roanoke, TX. It was a complete surprise to me! I couldn't be more happier! We are so excited to get married and continue our lives together as husband and wife!

Even though we had discussed getting married and Aubrie has already given me a promise ring (aka practice ring) I was not expecting a proposal Christmas morning! When I realized what was going on, I didn't know what to do! Of course I said YES!

Our families are more than excited for both of us. I am super duper excited to be getting more sibling in-laws!

We had a fabulous Christmas with family. We didn't ask a lot in gifts due to fact that we are still trying to get into our new home and do not know what we really need for the house yet. We did what we could this Christmas! It's not about gifts, its about spending time with family.

Ginger is recovering so well and improving everyday with her 3 legs! She still has a lot of learning to do, what she can and cannot do, so far, there is not a lot that she cannot do! We cannot wait to get her back home with us! Our home isn't the same without Ginger.

Our year has been a whirlwind of ups and downs! Thankfully more ups than downs! I can't believe that 2014 is right about the corner. In January we will be official home owners, have our family all together (again) and start planning our wedding!! I foresee lots of wedding planning and parties in our future! I look forward to spending lots of time with family while we plan our special day together!

Future wife to be!

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