Justin had planned a weekend in San Antonio, and he had planned the proposal for the evening they arrived. They checked in at The Monarch San Antonio on a Friday. Michaela knew something was up. A weekend away is rare for them, and she had a feeling this one had a reason behind it. What she did not know was when, or where.
Read MoreEmiliano and Sofia made the drive from Houston with a few nights in San Antonio ahead of them. They had restaurants to try, things to see, the kind of easy trip that gives a couple a getaway form the stresses of work and responsibilities. Emiliano had something else in mind for one of those mornings, and he had been thinking about it for a while.
The Japanese Tea Garden was going to play right into that plan.
Read MoreThere's maybe a two hour window in the morning where the Japanese Tea Garden is more quiet and empty. After that, it belongs to everyone, and that's fine. it's a beautiful public space and those early hours before the tour groups and large families arrive are different entirely. The air still cooler and the waterfall sounds louder somehow, but actually everything else is just quieter. Stone trees and flowers catch the light in a way that feels almost accidental..
That's the version Zach wanted for Jessica.
Read MoreThere's something undeniably magical about a surprise proposal—especially when it's tucked away in one of San Antonio's most romantic hidden gems. Evan and Sara's proposal at the Japanese Tea Garden was one of those. From the tranquil koi ponds to the soft rustle of bamboo in the breeze, this story is packed with emotion, intention, and one beautiful "YES!"
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