Candice and Josh’s Engagements – Midtown, Houston
November 29, 2012
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Q. Where did you meet?A. We have actually known each other since we were in the same class in 3rd grade at Palmer Elementary. Although we didn’t really hang out much until the year we started dating, 2003. So I guess you could say that we “re-met” in June of 2003 when a friend and I met up with her at the movies to see The Italian Job. We sat 2 seats down from one another in the theater, and our interest had piqued after only a few words.
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Q. What was your first impression of him?A. My first impression of him was way back in 3rd grade:) He probably doesn’t know but I thought he was the cutest boy in our class, but I was really shy back then so I didn’t talk to him very often…plus I’m sure he thought I still had cooties!
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Q. What was your first impression of her?A. My impression of her, once I starting seeing her more as we got older, was that she was way out of my league! She was on the dance team in high school, one of the most popular girls in our grade, and was beautiful. Did I think there was any way that I was going to get a shot with this amazing girl? No chance. But once I got to talk with her I realized how down to earth and easy going that she really is, and of course her beauty became even more apparent as well.
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Q. What did you do for your first date?A. Our first date was, technically, at the movies when she met up me and my friend. Granted, at that time, I don’t think she was too interested in me, yet. But then a few day later I was invited to go with her, her family, and a lot of mutual friends and people we know, to go to Fajita Flats for her birthday dinner, which was our first time being out together as a “couple”. I don’t know if her close friends approved of me on that day, but I guess I must’ve done something right.
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Q. When did you know he was the one?A. It was my senior year of college and we were living together in our first apartment, we had also decided to take a break from one another for a few months. We were obviously still interacting on a daily basis and were very close, and of course he stayed persistent in not giving up on us. One night we both were feeling extremely honest, and got all of our feelings out into the open, and a couple hours later I knew that he loved me for me. I was ready to marry him that night:) From that point on, there was never any doubt I would spend the rest of my life with him.
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Q. When did you know she was the one?A. I know this may sound a bit crazy, because I was only 15 at the time, but about a month after we started dating I went with my family to Destin for July 4th. I remember wishing I was back home with her and I talked to her on the phone everyday. When I was there, on the beach, I remember it becoming clear to me that my life would not be the same again, and I didn’t want it to be.
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Q. How did he pop the question?A. We were in Las Vegas celebrating my 25th birthday with my family, and what I thought was going to be a regular day turned out completely different. Every time we had been to Las Vegas we always said we wanted to go to the top of the Stratosphere but it never happened, so this time we were determined to make it happen. I was pumped because I thought it would be hilarious to see him on top of the stratosphere (he is terrified of heights), plus they have rides on top! When we started to go up the elevator he looked so nervous I started to feel bad, but he was persistent on going all the way to the top. When we got up there you were able to see all of the Las Vegas strip and the beautiful desert. As we were leaning over the edge he starts talking about the future and then mentions something about a hot air balloon, which grabs my attention and all of a sudden I turn around and he is on one knee with a box in handp.s. I had NO clue the whole time!
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Q. What do you love the most about him?A. I love that he has become very passionate about things that interest him; he is passionate about politics, school, his sport teams, new ideas, and his family. I love that he is passionate about me, and that he always puts me first and he makes me feel protected. He is my biggest supporter and always believes in me even when I don’t. I love that I can be my self around him 🙂
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Q. What do you love the most about her?A. I love that she is so warm hearted and always finds the good in everyone and in every situation. It’s easy to be negative about things sometimes, but she always balances me out and makes me look at everything in a different light. She really is my counter-weight in all things.
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Q. Does he have any funny quirks?A. He said I had to be nice on this one….and I was taught that if you can’t say anything nice you shouldn’t say anything at all lol
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Q. Does she have any funny quirks?A. She really enjoys being weird and goofy and I also think she secretly likes playing devil’s advocate with me when it comes to politics and other things. She also REALLY enjoys corny movies and TV shows and laughs hysterically at them!
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Q. What is the biggest challenge you’ve faced together?A. The year after we graduated high school we moved to different cities; I moved to College Station and Candice moved to San Marcos for school. It was really tough being away from each other 5 days a week, especially after we had spent the previous 2 years seeing one another every day. We made it work and probably spent way too much money on gas for TONS of trips between our 2 cities to see one another. But, it definitely made us realize what we had and that it was real, and we were willing to do anything to make it work.
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Q. What’s the secret to your happy relationship?A. For us, there was never any secret tricks that made us who we became. We really just took the time to really get to know one another and became each others best friend. Once we got to that point, there was no keeping us apart.
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Q. Is there anything else you would like to share? 🙂A. We are so excited that you will be joining us in Las Vegas to celebrate our amazing wedding! We are so grateful to have a wonderful photographer to capture the true raw moments on our special day 🙂
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Amazing pictures! You truly captured Josh amd Candice’s personalities as well as their sweet, fun, but strong relationship with one another! Ready for crazy times in Vegas!
Thank you sooo much Adam for all the wonderful engagement pictures!! I can’t wait to see what you do in Vegas!!!
I absolutely LOVE all of your photos… The photos definitely show the LOVE that you two have for each other… Thank You for sharing this special moment..
What beautiful pics! I can see the love from here.
Beautiful, moving photos. I love the parking garage idea for pics, allows for an isolated it’s only the two of you in the world feeling. Congrats!
Hi Candice! You don’t know me, yet, but I’m a friend of your Dads and he sent me the link to see your pictures! I LOVE THEM!! Honey, you both look so happy, so much in love! I am thrilled for you both! It would be nearly impossible to pick out just one picture that I like the most but I do love the Houston skyline pictures…you in the blue dress…gorgeous!!
Love,
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Thanks Adam, they turned out great! We had a blast and can’t wait for Vegas!
gorgeous. 🙂 so cute the chemistry between you 2 🙂
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These pictures are awesome. You have a definate talent for selecting background and unique settings. Of course having Candice and Josh as your subjects only makes them better! Thanks for sharing!
Wow, these pictures are amazing!!! The 3rd and 4th one could not be more perfect… Classic Candice and Josh!
You captured their personalities and relationships beautifully and to a tee!
Candice, that blue dress looks stunning on you for real, Josh is a lucky man.
And I love the 11th picture, hilarious! The one where he looks scared and she’s just nonchalantly pulling on him from way up there! 🙂
So cute! Love the idea for the Parking garage!
Beautiful work, you two look wonderful together and so happy! Congratulations!!
These are too cute! Love the ones with the city lights in the background! Congratulations 🙂
I am so totally thrilled about all the upcoming events, I can’t even explain it. Your pictures are wonderful and if this is any indication of what the wedding photos will be like, well you 2 are going to have quite a beautiful collection to have and hold for the rest of your lives. So excited!!!
What more can a mother say except the pictures are amazing! Looking forward to their wedding pictures in Vegas:)
I can feel the love you guys have for each other by looking at each picture…you guys go well together!
OMG! These pictures are super cute! Congrats!
I love them all!! Josh and Candice, you two are always photogenic, but these pictures capture you both and your relationship so well! 🙂
Beautiful pictures! Love the skyline behind you! Congratulations!!
Amazing story!! Love y’all!!
Very cute!!
These are amazing!!!
Beautiful pictures!
Love all the pics! You guys really make a great couple and wish you nothing but the best and a life of happiness together.
Love all the pics 🙂 y’all are amazing! I am so happy to be a part of your special day 🙂 xo
Candice and Josh we Love…Love…Love… all of them! Adam, you did an amazing job capturing their relationship and the love these two share!!! Katie E, I am with you, I had to smile at the picture where she is leaning over the edge! But my absolute favorites are of them with the downtown skyline background.
I could see right away that these amazing pictures tell the story of Candice and Josh. What a terrific job you did capturing their love for each other.
What a great looking couple, wonderful pics! Love the urban feel. The ones with downtown in the background & the ones by Minute Maid are my favorites!
LOVE the pictures!! Can’t wait for the BIG day! 🙂
Awesome pics I love it.
Amazing pictures!!! You both look like you had so much fun taking them! 🙂
Awesome pictures! All are so special to me but in particular, the one’s against the Houston skyline….Amazing!
I’m very pleased with how they came out.
OMG, I totally heart these photos. I love the way you captured their individual personalities. I have too many favorites. Way to go Adam!
It was very nice meeting both you and Josh!! I am looking forward to working with you on your upcoming wedding reception here at the Palms in March. Beautiful Photos!!!!
cool guys u made it!!!!
The pictures are so cute , you guys really look in love!
These pictures are amazing! Candice and josh are a beautiful couple and you captured their personalities perfectly through your photographs! LOVE!
I am so happy for y’all! Great pics guys! Fav one has to be the dip in front of the skyline. Also, love the casualness of the ones with the two of you having a beer together. Just classic. Love you guys!
Congrats! Cute pics.
Amazing pictures and amazing couple !!!
OMG!! The pics are amazing!! They are so YOU GUYS, I love you both. Josh, I’m proud of you for sitting on that rail(I know you hate heights..lol) Candice, the blue dress is bomb! I wish you nothing but love & the best.
You sister from another mister,
Alicia <3 🙂
Cute pics! Can’t wait for Vegas! 🙂
Beautiful pictures! Those boots stole the show in the first part 🙂 You guys look so happy! Congratulations again.
Candice and Josh,
I absolutely love this photo shoot.
Melissa
Great pictures. I can’t decide which one I want to get
Congrats!!
These pictures are great! Can’t wait for the wedding!
Such nice photos! Love the Houston skyline!
Have to admit the pictures are amazing!
Congratulations….