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2004-11-24 10:24 AM

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Subject: My engagement!
OK, since max called me on this:Lynn and I had a discussion over the past week about what we were hoping for, where things are headed, etc. I see things in black and white. Gray areas confuse me. In an effort to get past some small 'barriers', I asked her if she wanted to be my wife this past Saturday, and she refused to answer, and even tried to cover my mouth with her hand (and I, being the smart @$$ that I am, promptly licked).Sunday, while I was cleaning the house in preparation of guests for my turkey dinner tomorrow (yes, I cook, too!), Lynn called and said she had something 'urgent' to talk to me about. Of course, I started feeling agitated; I was trying to clean, run errands, and generally make things 'perfect' for tomorrow. Lynn came up, got down on one knee, but a 1 1/2" nut on my finger, and asked me to marry her. She had purchased the nut at the local hardware store, and had it engraved! Now, I LOVE the hardware store! Remember the show Home Improvement? Think Tim Taylor, with 1/2 the accidents, and who does triathlons - that's me! Of course, I accepted.Lynn did two tris last year, but she doesn't much like the biking part, so we'll trade support-duty. I'll support her 1/2 marathon & marathon dreams, and she can follow up on my tri-races.


2004-11-24 10:26 AM
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Wow.  Congratulations!!!!!!!!  
2004-11-24 10:26 AM
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2004-11-24 10:28 AM
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WOW! Good for you! Congratulations!! Photos!??!?! Photos??!?!!?
2004-11-24 10:30 AM
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Congrats Joe - that's great!!!!
2004-11-24 10:30 AM
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Master
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That's great, a 1 1/2" nut.
Oh yea, Congradulations!!!!!!
Joe


2004-11-24 10:35 AM
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Congrats, best of luck...
2004-11-24 10:38 AM
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Master
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Aw, what a great way to start the holidays. Wish the best of luck to you two...when's the wedding!?

2004-11-24 10:39 AM
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Congratulations Joe! What a story! Now you can always tell people your engagement story is a really "nutty" one.

Fred
2004-11-24 10:43 AM
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Awwww, congrats Joe!!!!!
2004-11-24 10:47 AM
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Master
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when you said she placed a 1 1/2" nut on your finger I thought to mysefl..."not that's a funny name to call a diamond engagement ring..." then realized what you were talking about.....

Congratulations!

  • ...although a diamond engagement ring would have probably looked purty on ya...



  • 2004-11-24 10:54 AM
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    Champion
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    I can tell already that this one is gonna be one of the good ones that last forever. The best thing I can wish for you and Lynn is that you be as happy as Patti and me. Make her the absolute #1 person in your life every single day, give 100% of yourself, and you will get 200% in return. It works every time. Congrats and best wishes for a long and happy relationship!

    2004-11-24 10:57 AM
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    Expert
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    Congratulations to the both of you!! What a memorable day, cherish it forever!
    2004-11-24 10:58 AM
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    Congratulations. That's awesome!
    My advice: don't get her a nut in return.
    2004-11-24 10:59 AM
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    Expert
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    Well, normally when someone says they're engaged, I come back with my smart alec reply of RUN!!!!!!

    But since she seems to be a runner and could keep up, I'll just say


    CONGRATS
    2004-11-24 11:13 AM
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    What a wonderful story and with such a happy ending.  :-

    Congratulation to the both of you!  :-)

    And may you enjoy many happy years together.  :-)



    2004-11-24 11:17 AM
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    Congratulations, You may want to make sure that she can't tighten the nut to much.

    Really what a great story, good luck.
    2004-11-24 11:21 AM
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    Congrats Joe!! Thanks for sharing your story! :-)
    2004-11-24 11:31 AM
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    Master
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    Congratulations! UUUGGGGHHH - what material is the nut???? 304SS would be good for corrosion resistance in the pool, but grade 8 would be better for engraving Sounds like you have a keeper there. Hold on to that one.

    -Frank

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    2004-11-24 11:33 AM
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    Congratulations! Wishing you both many happy years and races together.
    2004-11-24 11:52 AM
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    Congratulations to the two of you (and thanks for sharing your story) -
    What a great additional thing to have to be thankful for this holiday season!


    2004-11-24 11:54 AM
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    That story is too cool!! Congratulations.
    2004-11-24 12:08 PM
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    Master
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    Congratulations!

    Kelly
    2004-11-24 12:13 PM
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    Congratulations and good luck. I'm sure you're not the first prospective groom who has had his nuts handed to him.
    2004-11-24 12:14 PM
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    Do you want to borrow my tiara?
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