She said Yes...

So I finally received the ring completed and looking great from Gem City Jewelry, in Monrovia, CA. a couple weeks ago.  I wanted to post pictures and some information but my now fiance reads my posts.  Thats just one of the reasons I love her so much.    Notice that the center stone is an Aqua Marine.  Not a traditional diamond.  Thats because this is her favorite stone, and our relationship has been non traditional from the start.   We have had a 2 year long distance relationship.   She lives in Phoenix Arizona, I live in Pasadena, California.   We are both surprised that we made it work this long, and how when you put your mind to it, you make it happen.  Thanks to the modern technology, we are able to keep daily communication, and we visit each other at least once a month, more when possible.

Gem City Jewelry, in Monrovia, CA. were great to work with.  They made the ring custom for us.  Once i knew what type of center stone to use, Sarven took the time to find 3 Aquamarine stones for me to choose from.  I chose this 1.81ct stone.  There was a bigger one and a smaller one, but this one seemed to be the stone that called out to me.   Once that was decided Sarven took the time to custom design the ring and send me the rough design for my thoughts.  We talked about both the wedding band and engagement ring having diamond stones that lined up, and how to make the split work for the stone.   All in all it was a great experience to work with them.  I would highly recommend checking them out when doing your engagement ring shopping.  Sarven and Sky were the most helpful people and patient.  Never any pressure to buy, never rushing me, always giving each customer the attention they deserved.


On the weekend of 8-8, my fiance was going to San Diego Ca. to hang out with me and some friends for a beach party on Fiesta Island.   I decided to use this chance to finally pop the question.  She said YES!!!  I gave a heads up to my friends who were having the party.  They brought some Congratulation items.  A button for me, a Crown for her, cupcakes, and they took pictures.  There was even video of my proposal.  Thanks to my friends Eli and Kristi for making the day even more special.

The Before picture.  She had no clue what was coming.

Looks good. 

Thats my fiancé.

She said Sure why not.

Putting the ring on for the first time.  Both of our sons were there with us to see.
Setting the example for the boys. 

Ahhhhhhhhh!

I would highly recommend talking with Sky and Sarven. 

Their website: http://www.gemcityjewelers.com

Their Yelp Page: http://www.yelp.com/biz/gem-city-jewelers-monrovia-2

Contact them for your jewelry needs and questions.  I'm sure they will be glad to help.

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