Valentine’s Day is often a time for couples to celebrate their love, but for Alex and Alicia, this particular February 14th would mark a new chapter in their journey together—a chapter that would be as sweet as it was unforgettable. What started as a simple family walk in the neighborhood turned into a surprise proposal that none of them will ever forget.

It was a crisp, quiet day in the neighborhood when Alex decided to pop the question. He’d been planning it for weeks, wanting everything to be perfect. The family walk with their two daughters, Rosilea and Avyanna, seemed like the ideal setting for such an intimate moment. The boardwalk, a quiet, serene part of their neighborhood, was a place for the families to gather, to talk, and to share moments. Alex had it all planned out—he’d propose to Alicia right there on the boardwalk, surrounded by nature and their girls, with a carefully crafted stack of cards that would welcome the simplicity of their love.

But, as with most big moments, nerves kicked in. Alex was excited but a little overwhelmed with the significance of the day. As they approached the start of the boardwalk, he found himself overcome by the moment, unsure if he could wait for the perfect moment to arrive. It was at that precise spot, right at the beginning of the boardwalk, where Alex made a split-second decision. Without waiting for the perfect “on the boardwalk” moment, he took a deep breath and knelt down right there, at the entrance to the path that will now hold a precious memory for them for the rest of their lives.

Alicia, standing with their daughters, was surprised and clearly touched. She wasn’t expecting it so soon—let alone right at that moment in time. But Alex had a plan, and it wasn’t just about the location. It was about the words, the heartfelt messages he had carefully written to guide Alicia through the moment.

Holding a small stack of cards, Alex asked Alicia to read them one by one. Each card began with “read me when…,” and with every turn, Alicia felt herself falling deeper into the moment. Then, the cards began to build the suspense, each one carrying a heavier, more emotional message, until the very last card, which read:
“Read me when you’ll have the best day of your life.”

With those words, Alex opened his heart fully. There, in the stillness of the moment, he asked Alicia to marry him. The simplicity of the gesture, surrounded by their daughters, was perfect. There was no elaborate set-up, no need for a grand stage—just the two of them, with their children watching as they sealed their commitment to one another in front of the family they’d built together.

Alicia, overwhelmed with emotion, said yes. Rosilea and Avyanna, who had been watching the entire moment unfold, were so happy, as the proposal marked the beginning of an exciting new chapter for them as a family.

Though the proposal wasn’t on the boardwalk as originally planned, it turned out to be exactly what it was meant to be: authentic, full of love, and a reflection of their journey as a couple. It’s proof that sometimes, the best moments aren’t those that go according to plan, but those that are shaped by the love and connection between two people.

For Alex and Alicia, Valentine’s Day 2025 will forever hold a special place in their hearts. The love that they share, the way they support each other through every step of their journey, and the joy of raising their two beautiful daughters, has led them to this beautiful moment. It wasn’t about where the proposal happened—it was about the love and intention behind it.

Sometimes, the best days of your life are the ones that are unexpectedly perfect. And for Alex, Alicia, Rosilea, and Avyanna, this Valentine’s Day was just that.