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PassPorter is a small business, and for many years it supported our family. But the world changed, print books took a backseat to the Internet, and for a long time now it has been unable to make ends meet. We've had to find new ways to support our family, which means new careers and less and less time available to devote to our first baby, PassPorter.

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Old 08-14-2007, 09:33 PM   #31
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How Wonderful. That is truly a fantastic memory. Congratulations to you both!
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Old 08-14-2007, 09:41 PM   #32
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How sweet! Congrats!
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Old 08-14-2007, 11:22 PM   #33
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WOW, thanks for the responses everyone. For those that asked for pics I promise I will post some once I get the CD with them. I hope to have them at the end of the week. In the meantime I think I can get some shots up of the desserts and the glass slipper and champagne flutes tomorrow. Just as soon as I figure out how to post images here. Off to the FAQ section I go
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Old 08-14-2007, 11:29 PM   #34
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How special! What a wonderful way to propose! I echo the question - where are the pictures? I'd love to see the happy couple, the glass slipper, etc...

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Old 08-14-2007, 11:48 PM   #35
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Yes, pictures, pictures!!!

I can add nothing to what everyone else has said - except Congratulations! to the both of you!!!! Do you know - you've just made your bride-to-be's dreams come true???? You did!!!!

hmmm...I may have to send this story to my DH to read before our upcoming trip....

Hugs and Kisses to you Both,
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Old 08-14-2007, 11:59 PM   #36
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Congrats to the 2 of you.......May all your days be as magical as that one.
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Old 08-15-2007, 01:48 AM   #37
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Awwwh. That's lovely

I'd love to see the photos too.
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Old 08-15-2007, 02:45 AM   #38
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Pass the tissues, I'm crying too! That is so wonderful, congrats to both of you and good job on making it such a magical moment!

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Added a few pics to the main post, will add ones of us when I get them.

Thanks again everyone. I think everyone deserves a magic moment.
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Should not have read this one at work as the tears are welling up.

What a beautiful "dream come true" engagement.

Congratulations.

I'll be checking back for pictures!!!
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what a great magical moment!!!! congrats to you and your lucky lady
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Wow, not only was your purpose so meaningful, but those desserts look soooooo yummy too!!! Thanks for sharing!!
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What a story, what a memory you made. Just amazing! Congratulations to both of you!
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