I got an email on Thursday from Paul with the subject line, "Saturday Surprise." I'm normally not much of a fan of surprises, but after an introductory sentence, Paul goes on to tell the tale of his grand idea to propose to his girlfriend of almost 5 years on Saturday somewhere along the Gorge Trail at Buttermilk Falls State Park. I'm instantly onboard for this surprise.

I had a full day of things going on Saturday at work, but I wanted to make sure Paul and Tiffanie would have a lasting memento from the happy occasion. Paul and I texted over the course of Friday and into Saturday morning, planning everything out as best as possible.

The trail was busy this morning, and outside of one very camera phone-happy onlooker, I got some great photos of the proposal. After talking with the nothing-but-smiles couple on the trail back to the parking lot, I could tell they were like perfect-fitting puzzle pieces and the picture was just starting to take shape.

Congratulations, Paul & Tiffanie! I wish you nothing but the absolute best in your journey in life together! Cheers!

The wet and muddy trail was not going to get in Paul's way of getting down on one knee!

I think this photo perfectly captures the joyous occasion.

And who can't resist a selfie with some new bling!