Hailey & Michael

It was a proper Canadian meeting. A quick visit to Timmy’s in Ridgetown for coffee turned into two, and an evening of talking was cut off only by our need to get to work the next day.

It was a day-date filled with cards, laughter, endless conversation, coffee, and gardens. After lunch, Mike surprised Hailey and made Boterkoek (a Dutch family recipe almond cake), which won her over and earned her first kiss. It was the magical kiss of a lifetime, one that fairytales are written about! With sparks flying everywhere, it was the perfect first date. We have learned to cherish day-dates since.

Mike booked a perfect Airbnb in the country and made reservations for dinner at The Artisan Grill, one of Hailey's favourite places. We then returned to our private apartment with a hot tub, flowers, wine, and the perfect proposal. The ring was made specially from Hailey's Mim’s wedding band and a ring from her mom, topping it off with hand- selecting a hexagon, premium-cut Alexandrite for the setting. It’s everything Hailey ever dreamed of and more. Michael’s band is a tungsten with meteorite lightning bolts which glow in the dark. We also had a Celtic cross and infinity symbol tattooed on our ring fingers to symbolize our never-ending love and devotion to each other and the family we’ve built together.