Read below for my helicopter proposal and how I had the shock of my life!
The Build Up
For about a month prior to my proposal, Akin had been saying that he wanted to treat me to a special day to celebrate our two-year anniversary. I was thinking it’d just be dinner somewhere fancy and we call it a day (or night). My fiancé and I had talked about plans for our union, but I just didn’t know when! He always said one thing regarding the day and that is that “Oluwa is involved.” Even my girlfriends would ask when it was going to happen. Whenever I would playfully ask him when he planned to propose that would be his response. He knows my heart and sees my soul. I knew in my heart I was so ready to marry this man.
He knows my heart and sees my soul.
As I think back to this beautiful day, I recall how everyone played a major role in this memorable weekend, literally as we celebrated Memorial Day. His parents had flown in from Nigeria a few days prior, but nothing was still out of the ordinary as they travel to the States during the summer. Also, for about a month or so before the 25th, my mom kept saying that she had a wedding to attend on the 25th. Still I thought nothing of it. The Friday before, I noticed my brother was at home which was different since he works during the weekend as well. We were all in the kitchen the Friday before and this wedding they were all attending was the topic of discussion. My mom said that it’ll be a princess wedding. I said “wowww this wedding must be something special o” since everyone is going. Even my brother was going and he hasn’t been to weddings in years! At this point, I was still oblivious to everything.
The Big Day
We wake up on Saturday morning as the 25th had arrived. Everyone had their schedules and Akin had told me to prepare for the day. I didn’t know what we were going to be doing so I kept asking questions (I’d been asking for a few days prior even)! I’m very inquisitive but he didn’t tell me ANYTHING so you can imagine what was going through my mind. As I’m getting dressed, he said to pick two outfits, one casual and one special. He then said “no makeup to start the day.” Honey!! No makeup?! I kuku obliged. But trust me, I packed my makeup bag because if I had to wear something “special” then I need to slay that look! Can’t come and look rushed for anybody. I peeped his outfit and it looked GOOD—both his casual look and special suit had me thinking “chai see my man!” I even asked my brother if he had seen Akin that morning because he looked so good. My brother just smiled in agreement (all while you knew what was up broski)! He had gone to pick up his parents so that they can all go to this wedding that they had been talking about. When they got back, I was dressed in my casual look, took pictures with his parents (again, all while they knew what was going on), and Akin and I left to start the day he had planned for us.
He’s driving towards downtown Atlanta and I’m still not sure where we were going! Soon enough we pull up to the Westin and I start to smile because now I’m thinking okay we’ll spend the weekend in a hotel and just spend quality time together since work keeps us both busy! I couldn’t stop smiling! We check in to get suited in our hotel, take pictures, and just relax. Akin was still acting normal so I didn’t think anything special was still planned outside of the dinner I thought may happen later in the evening. After relaxing for a few hours, he says to get dressed in the special outfit and that we had to leave in the next hour or so. I beat my face with makeup and put on a gold dress. Akin puts on his white suit and I couldn’t stop complimenting him. We were just giving each other accolades for how good we looked! We head downstairs and Akin calls valet to bring our car up. He’s looking at his watch more frequently now and I’m just there almost helpless. Minutes later, the car pulls up and Akin is zooming out of there as hurriedly as possible. He was not playing games with anyone!! I’m trying to calm him down but my love was just trying to get to this place on time! We finally pull into a large open space and as we drive into the long entryway, I see the building’s signage and started saying “WOWWW!!!”
It was a helicopter facility!!! I am in awe at this moment!!! I’ve always talked about how I wanted to ride in a helicopter and my fiancé DELIVERED!!!! My excitement could not be contained! The pilot was so nice and even took pictures of us by the helicopter before we took off. Getting the opportunity to fly above Atlanta was such an amazing experience!
The Grand Finale
After the exhilarating ride, we drove off to Rays by the River, a restaurant with the most beautiful garden and scenic views. The waiter told us that the table was not ready so we used that time to head outside to the gardens—the weather was nice and the flowers were just too beautiful to miss. Akin and I took pictures by the river and next thing I know, a waiter from the restaurant came up to us to let us know that our table was ready for us. As I turn around to head back inside, I received the surprise of life at that moment. I looked up and saw my loved ones approaching the gardens. I lost all control of my emotions and broke down in tears. I could not believe that all of this was happening and with our friends and family there to celebrate the union. As everyone came down one by one, I felt the love. The support. The excitement. I love each and every single person who took the time out of their day to be there that day. I thank God for you all for always being there for me and Akin.
After pictures in the gardens, the engagement party ensued inside the restaurant where love permeated the room and great spirits were shared. I could not eat my meal that day out of excitement! Everything that occurred that day from waking up to celebrating our love with family and friends with us is an occasion I am forever thankful to have been a part of.
As we embark on our marriage lives, I pray that we continue to strengthen our love. By putting God first in all things, He proves to us that He never disappoints. May His plans for us manifest in our lives.
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