Real Weddings: Tell Us Your Story

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Amber & Joey

Joey and I met at Lynnwood Grill in Raleigh in April of 2005. Joey was playing in a band called Traces of Morrow at the time. He played the electric guitar and caught my eye immediately. Although I was in no mood for men, I couldn't keep my eyes off of him. My girlfriends and I sat at the table closest to the band since it was the only one open. When Joey's band played the song "Total Eclipse of the Heart" done the way it was done in the movie Old School, I knew I was in love. My friend Lori grabbed Joey and told him he needed to talk to me. We immediately started talking so much that the band had to go on and play without Joey. Joey gave me his number, which threw me for a loop. I had never had to call a guy before, so I did what guys do and waited several days before calling. I called him only to discover we had so much in common. We met for a casual dinner at Lynnwood, followed by several more dates…and the rest was history.


Andrea and Tim at their weddingOn February 29th, my friends invited me to dinner at Lynnwood. I was excited already that night since I was there with all of my friends and brother. This rarely happens anymore because everyone is busy and we live farther apart than in years past. I spent the evening talking to friends and eating Lynnwood’s awesome pizza. Joey’s old band mate and long time friend was playing music at Lynnwood that night. As the night went on, the subject of Leap Day came up; this is the only day it is acceptable for a woman to propose to a man. I found this funny and decided I was going to make a ring to propose to Joey out of a napkin. Little did I know, he was about to propose to me. When dessert came, a diamond ring was placed in the middle of the cheesecake. I was in shock, crying and speechless. Joey got down on one knee and asked for my hand in marriage. I have never been as happy as I was that day. And to have my friends there to celebrate with us made it even better. My parents came up and everyone had a great time.

Joey had done some major planning by calling all of my closest friends and brother to tell them he wanted them to be a part of our special night. They all agreed and kept this secret from me, and coordinated how to get me to Lynnwood so I would not be suspicious. Joey had also gone to Lynnwood earlier in the day to drop off the ring and go over the plan with our waiter.

I have been in nine weddings and been maid of honor five times! I’m ready for my day when I will be the bride. I want to have the wedding of my dreams but am also realistic. Joey is the man of my dreams and I cannot wait to marry him. I will look forward to Leap Year in the years to come. It certainly brought me good luck!