Images by Julie Jordan
On her courting profile, Claire Vu requested guys to suggest music she might dance to. Luis Ramirez responded by sending her a playlist. Quickly they went on a primary date, and two years later, they bought engaged. Right here, Claire and Luis inform us their proposal story, together with a character take a look at and delightful view…
What drew you to at least one one other?
Claire: I’m a really introverted individual and wished to search out that in a companion. On first dates, I’d all the time ask, ‘Are you an introvert or an extrovert?’ After we met, Luis instructed me, ‘Okay, what are you seeing proper now’s essentially the most extroverted I might be. I’m often very introverted.’ We’re actually suitable by way of who we’re.
Claire, trying again on the day, had been there indicators? Did Luis appear nervous?
Claire: Nicely, Luis is all the time type of nervous. [Luis laughs.]
What did you intend for the proposal?
Luis: We first went to an acrobatic present referred to as Expensive San Francisco, after which I’d made a reservation for a elaborate dinner later that evening. In between, we walked to Ina Coolbrith Park, which is completely underrated. It has lovely views of the bay, and I’d employed a photographer to satisfy us there.
Luis, when you had been strolling to the park after the present, what was happening in your thoughts?
Luis: My coworker as soon as confirmed me a TikTok about how when guys get down on one knee to suggest, they don’t hold their backs straight and it seems dangerous in images. Strolling as much as the park, I saved desirous about my posture.
Claire, when did you notice what was occurring?
Claire: We had been within the park and I heard a digital camera click on. I regarded over and noticed the photographer, after which Luis began tearing up. He mentioned, ‘For the previous two years…’ and after that it’s a little bit of a blur. Now I perceive the trope of individuals forgetting to say ‘sure’ within the second!
How did you are feeling after the proposal?
Luis: I might see that she was in a daze. We walked over to the photographer, Julie, and I launched them. Then I steered taking images in Chinatown earlier than dinner — we’d had actually significant early dates there. Inside 5 minutes, Claire started brainstorming spots to take photos.
Claire: Yeah, I went from being utterly clueless to, Okay, I’m able to artwork direct!
How did you finish the day?
Luis: We went to dinner at Cotogna to have fun. Particularly on the apps, there are such a lot of little issues that may go incorrect that may make one individual not wish to proceed. However, for us, the alternative occurred.
Claire: I really feel extremely fortunate that I discovered Luis. As a result of we’re each introverts, the percentages of us assembly at a celebration are very, very low. [Both laugh.]
Thanks a lot for sharing your engagement story, Luis and Claire!
P.S. Extra proposal tales, and “my favourite second of my marriage ceremony.”
(Images by Julie Jordan.)