Melbourne Day 2

Post by Matthew:

WARNING: EXTREME CORNINESS COMING. READ AT YOUR OWN RISK.

Day 2 of our stay in Melbourne began with us walking out of the apartment towards the city. Today we had intended to visit 2 places, more specifically Bernard's Magic Shop, and the Melbourne Aquarium.

Bernard's Magic Shop turned out to be your typical brick and motar magic shop. Lots of variety, but WAAAYYYY overpriced. Daryl's Ambitious Card DVD was almost SG$130! Still it was an experince.

Next we went to the Aquarium. Angel and I have always enjoyed looking at wildlife and nature stuff, so I thought we'd enjoy our time there.

And that's when I popped the question. (Matt: Remember, you heard about it first from here. Angel: See the rewards from reading our blog).

For those of you who have been living under a bush, Angel and I have been together for 6 years. She's been fantastic, and I think its high time that we take it to the next level.

According to my colleauge, in the Melbourne Aquarium there's a display where the room is surrounded by a tank, giving visitors a 360 degree view of the fishes. I waited till we were in the room, then sat her down to began my speech. A little bonus was that the radio happened to by playing "The Answer" by Corrine May. If that wasn't a sign from God, I don't what is. I opened my mouth to speak.

At least that's what I tried to do, because I suddenly broke out into a cold sweat and could not remember anything I had planned. Luckily Angel seemed to know what was coming - She told me she was scared, but encouraged me to go on. Eventually I popped the question.

I asked her to marry me. She giggled, refusing to answer me, a twinkle in her eyes. Eventually, she took my hand and drew an 'OK' sign.

We hugged each other and cried tears of joy.

Angel:
Okay if you're reading this you're probably dying from sugar overdose. Forgive us.... Its really not as corny as it sounds.

Apparently everybody knew about it except me. My parents, matt's parents and sister, his colleague even our softtoys knew abt it. I must say my mum can really keep a straight face. And I wasn't giggling!!! We were both giggling and sniggering and smirking like 2 school kids at a busstop. Its been an adventure today.. and angel is still flabbergasted. Will post again.