Sun, surf and a marriage proposal!!

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August 23rd 2007

Published: August 27th 2007

After the wettest summer on record we decided it was time to give England the arse and head for something that reminded us of home.... sunshine and surf! Destination: Biarritz, France. Just to give you a bit of background - The seaside resort of Biarritz is on the west coast of France, about 15 minutes from the Spanish boarder. It made a name for itself in the 19th century when Napolean III and h... Read Full Entry

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Final we stop

Adam said we should take the time to enjoy the view and just take it all in. This was the spot he had chosen. I still had no idea.

Oh my god!!!

That was about all I could say - Adam had taken the moment to pop the question and asked me to marry him. Of course I said yes.

I was speechless

All I could do was giggle.

A photo of the happy moment

We're engaged!!!

The ring

Perfect!!!

Just taking it all in

Was a bit to process for both of us.

Time to celebrate

Champagne is of course mandatory - what better place than on the promenade in a beautiful French coastal town

For us the perfect way to celebrate

A lovely little seafood restaurant right on the water down by the port

My husband to be

How romantic

The view from our table as we took in the enormity of the day and the moment

Just thinking back over the day

Was a perfect night all round

Picturesque Grande Palge

The morning was a bit dull, but would turn into a beautiful afternoon

Looking back over the scene of Friday's events

Beautiful manicured walkways

One could not come to France and not have a Nutella crepe

I was celebrating after all

Taking a walk along the beach

The water was definitely refreshing. Later after a few hours sunbaking in the hot sun (yes the sun did shine later) the water was really nice for a swim

An amazing beach - the Grand Plage

We lapped it up - hours of sunbaking and swimming. Adam was looking forward to the opportunity to go for a surf but unfortunately it failed to put on a swell for him

The Grand Plage

When the sun comes out, so do the people

28th August 2007

Lindsey
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CONGRATULATIONS!!!
Hey guys, wow that is great news, I can't wait to see the ring!!!!! Congratulations :) Make sure you keep us up to date on details such as where and when you plan to become Mr and Mrs Adam Hinds!!!! Love Lindsey x0x00x0x0x

29th August 2007

Larelle McPHerson
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Congratulations!
Hey, congratulations Ange and Adam - wonderful news. Mum sent a sms and then the travelblog. You seem to be having a wonderful time and are obviously meant for each other. Luvya Ral and Steve

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