Will You Marry Me 2009
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Proposal Letters


Edmond Clark, 36, Griffith, Indiana proposing to Tamica Young, 32, Griffith, Indiana


Dear Tamica,
Never did I imagine a vacation would change my life. Caving into the daily pleas of my friend, I agreed to attend the 2007 Essence Music Festival. Sitting on a curb getting some air, I looked up into your beautiful eyes. We ended up walking away hand in hand, and we’ve shared that connection ever since. In you I’ve found the perfect companion. Your charisma and smile light up any room and melt away my stubbornness. After a year of daily phone calls and biweekly visits, you relocated from Atlanta to be near me. I want you to know that your sacrifice is not in vain. You have brought warmth and purpose into my life. You are the love of my life, and I hope you will do me the honor of becoming my wife. Will you marry me?


Tamica's Response Letter



Dear Edmond,
There are no words to express the joy that you have brought into my life since meeting you at the 2007 Essence Music Festival. I’ve always known that you would have a significant role in my life. You are a great provider and I always feel safe and protected with you. My prayers were answered the day you became a part of my world. You are the man that I want to love and cherish always. From the first date to this very unique proposal, you always make me feel special. You are my gift from God and I am thankful and honored to have you as my future husband!

Forever yours,
Tamica