From John's Point of View: I proposed to Alissa Lenz last night on Saturday, August 9 and here's how it happened! I talked to Alissa's parents a few weeks ago to make sure that I had their blessing! Ever since then I was trying to figure out a "perfect proposal" that Alissa would love. It would have to totally surprise her, be over the top, and very romantic!! Alissa told me about this dress she bought with her friends Hannah and Christine. She said it looked "Mexican-y" and we decided we should go to a nice Mexican place because we don't go out for Mexican that much. From then on my mind was set to use this pre-planned date to propose! Our plan was to go out when she was down for my best friend Anthony's wedding with Jessica. I picked her up at 6:30 (afer I stopped by my buddy Jeff's house on the same street so he could quell some slight butterflies) and we headed off. The problem was, my plan wouldn't be ready for 45 minutes and the beach is only about 20 minutes away with weekend traffic! So I took the longest route possible to get to the beach, even backtracking at times! I totally took advantage of her lack of knowledge of the roads in this area and my expertise as a former delivery driver to tell her we were taking short cuts which were actually "long cuts." We arrived at the beach at 7:15. I asked her if we could pull over and take some pictures by the beach since we were all dressed up and she said sure, as I expected. I pulled up to a spot I had prearranged with my partner in crime, my sister Cherie. Beyond some sand dunes I had her set up a heart in the sand made out of roses and candles with our initals in the middle. The ring! A jogger who ran by stopped us as we got out of the car and asked if we'd like him to take the picture. Alissa said "Sure!" and I thought "Oh no, he's gonna ruin the plan!" After the jogger took the picture Alissa was ready to hop back in the car. I convinced her I wanted a shot on my new phone and closer to the beach. She almost went down the wrong path and I had to kinda convince/drag her to go down the correct path. When we got just beyond the dunes she saw the heart and candles at just the right moment! When she turned around in awe I was on one knee with the ring and I said "I want to spend the rest of my life with you. I love you. Will you marry me?" She nodded yes, a lot, and finally said yes. We hugged and kissed and I let her know my sister was hiding in the sea oat grass filming it all. We took some pictures and then I had arranged for a super stretch limo to pull up! My sister Stephanie and her friend were inside to cue to the limo driver when to pull up. Alissa and I hopped in the limo and my sisters drove my car home. I took Alissa to a nice trendy Mexican place called MoQuila. We had a great dinner and the limo drove us home. The ride! We both know that this is God's plan for our lives and our relationship is a gift from Him! I am so excited to spend the rest of my life with her, my soulmate!

Author: johnandalissa
Keywords: proposal romantic engagement
Added: September 6, 2008

American Red Cross "hot meals, cold drinks come and get em!" called Chris Newes from the driver's seat of the American Red Cross Emergency Response Vehicle (ERV). After Hurricane Gustav plowed into the Gulf Coast, people began to make their way back home this week, returning in many cases to homes without power. Near New Orleans, in Gretna, Louisiana, the Red Cross was there to make sure everyone who needed a hot meal got one. With a goal of serving 20,000 meals a day, Red Cross volunteers and employees set up mobile kitchens, prepared hot meals and loaded the food into the ERV. Our hope is to find some folks who have unmet needs related to Hurricane Gustav. There's no more direct service you can provide than handing them a hot meal that they wouldn't have otherwise, said Newes, a Red Cross employee who was driving the ERV through neighborhoods to deliver meals.

Author: AmRedCross
Keywords: " Hurricane Gustav" " Tropical Storm " Red Cross" "Shelter"
Added: September 6, 2008

10 Orchard Street, Upton, MA 01568 Bill Gassett http://www.sellmyhomeinmetrowestma.com Terrific NEW construction up and almost complete! Set on private 1.98 acre lot. Features two story foyer, Large kitchen with CHERRY cabinetry, GRANITE Counters, & Walk-out bay, Spacious BRICK fireplaced family room with Cath.ceiling & BUILT-INS, Formal living & Dining with heavy 3 piece Crowns, Hardwood throughout 1st floor, 9 ft 1st floor ceilings, Lavish master suite with Hardwood Flrs & bath W/Whirlpool & TILE SHOWER, Hydro-air with Central air - A HOME LOADED WITH QUALITY!! 30 day Delivery! MLS: 70666484 Price: 599,900 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2.5 Sq Feet: 3220 Lot Size: 866457 Year Built: 2007 # of Floors: 2 Garage Size: 2

Author: billgassett
Keywords: Estate Homes Massachusetts Real Upton
Added: September 5, 2008

10 Orchard Street, Upton, MA 01568 Bill Gassett http://www.sellmyhomeinmetrowestma.com Terrific NEW construction up and almost complete! Set on private 1.98 acre lot. Features two story foyer, Large kitchen with CHERRY cabinetry, GRANITE Counters, & Walk-out bay, Spacious BRICK fireplaced family room with Cath.ceiling & BUILT-INS, Formal living & Dining with heavy 3 piece Crowns, Hardwood throughout 1st floor, 9 ft 1st floor ceilings, Lavish master suite with Hardwood Flrs & bath W/Whirlpool & TILE SHOWER, Hydro-air with Central air - A HOME LOADED WITH QUALITY!! 30 day Delivery! MLS: 70666484 Price: 599,900 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2.5 Sq Feet: 3220 Lot Size: 866457 Year Built: 2007 # of Floors: 2 Garage Size: 2

Author: RealEstateShows
Keywords: Estate Homes Massachusetts Real Upton
Added: September 5, 2008