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Dave and I met while going to Georgian College for Police Studies Degree program in the summer of 2007…
We did not fall in love at first sight like they talk about in the story books but were instantly attracted to each other.
We were both in relationships at the time so became friends and school mates. Dave was the guy that every woman wanted. He opened doors for women and was always polite and a gentlemen. He was brilliant in school and his passion for policing was clear on his face.
We both were part of the Police Auxiliary Program and both had dreams for a career in policing.
Dave graduated from college a half year before I did and continued his co-op at the Academy. It was not long after that, that he was hired by the police force close to my home town.
I was still finishing up my schooling when Dave graduated from OPC and then became a cop.
We ran into each other while both out with friends one night and have been absolutely inseparable ever since.
With so much in common we have never been bored together.
I moved in with Dave not long after and focused on my application with the police force. The support he and our families gave me was unbelievable and was I accepted in April 2010. My first week away from Dave was hard, but the months to follow would be even harder.
On April 30th 2010 before I left for OPC (Ontario Police College) Dave took me down to High Falls in Bracebridge ON, it is one of our favorite spots to be together. It is a place where we can go to be alone with one another and just enjoy the beauty of Muskoka. It really is a perfectly romantic setting, and the place that every little girl would hope that their prince would one day ask them to marry.
On this day we were planning on celebrating my birthday which was five days prior, but since I had been away at the Academy were were not able to celebrate.
While down at the falls he sat me down and began to give me birthday presents, they were called my OPC survival gifts. When I finished opening all of the gifts he told me he had one more…
Dave got up from the rock and got down on one knee and asked me to marry him.
It was totally unexpected but the answer was obvious. I could not picture my life without this man. Not to mention the ring that he picked out himself was gorgeous!! (Thanks Jeff Walters Diamonds…you guys did great!)
I soon was told the story of how he asked my parents for their blessing, if you want that story it is best told by my father. I think they made him sweat pretty bad!
Since then life has changed a great deal. We have purchased our first home and have two puppies named Bella and Cruiser. I of course graduated from the Academy and am now also a police officer.
That is our love story in a nut shell! We are excited to see what else life has in store for us and are excited to call ourselves husband and wife.
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Emeralds have always been highly coveted as a stone with rich historical symbolism, combined with a gorgeous colour that can’t be matched. It is no wonder people can’t wait to get their hands on one. Emeralds are mined in many places around the world including Colombia, Zambia, and Brazil, with the finest emeralds originating in Colombia.
In ancient times emeralds were known to help the wearer see into the future and be blessed with good fortune. This day in age emeralds are known to represent rebirth because the vivid green colours are similar to those we see in spring, a time when everything starts new. Which is why May, a month when Spring really begins to blossom in front of our eyes, is the perfect host month for an emerald birthstone.
Emeralds are often used in engagement rings and wedding bands because the brilliant green colours display a wonderful contrast to the white diamonds. The unique history of emeralds and the incomparable shades of green make the choice to add a piece of emerald jewellery to your collection an easy one.
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For many years the main struggle for men when it came to wedding bands was choosing between white gold, yellow gold, or platinum. But with the introduction of tungsten and titanium rings many men are finding themselves torn between these two new metals. While the looks of tungsten and titanium rings are virtually identical, the differences in weight cannot be ignored. A titanium ring is almost always guaranteed to be more light weight than any other ring you possess, while a tungsten ring will generally, be heavier. For men who enjoy the looks of tungsten and titanium rings but do not feel comfortable with either weight range, there is a type of metal called Dura tungsten. Dura tungsten is a combination of both tungsten and titanium, created by heating and mixing the two metals at 1400 degrees Celsius. The combination of the two metals still delivers a nearly scratch proof ring, with the added bonus of having it weigh roughly 20% less than an average tungsten ring. If you love the look of tungsten and titanium rings but have never been 100% comfortable with the way they feel on your finger, try a Dura tungsten ring today. It is a combination that it sure to please.
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When the word diamond comes to mind, most people have visions of sparkling engagement rings and wedding bands, or perhaps a favourite white gold diamond pendant. But for a person born in the month of April the word diamond has an added significance, as it is their birthstone. The name diamond originates from the Greek word “adamas” which means indestructible. It is named so because of the strength that these stones possess. In fact in ancient times kings would wear diamonds on their armour during battle, because the strength of the diamonds was thought to keep them safe. This day in age diamonds are known to represent romance and love as they are traditionally given in the form of an engagement ring to mark a couple’s commitment to one another. No matter if you are born in the month of April, already wearing an engagement ring and wedding band, or simply planning to in the future, it is safe to say that everyone can find a piece of diamond jewellery to suit them.
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People have been wearing jewellery for centuries upon centuries, and over the many years the styles, quality, and production of jewellery have changed drastically. From the concept of the diamond engagement ring, to the introduction of white gold and platinum into the industry, it is impossible to know what new traditions and creations the future holds. However there are some designs that have been around almost as long as people have been wearing jewellery. One of those designs is filigree. Filigree is a very detailed and intricate process created by turning white gold, yellow gold, or platinum into a wire like substance and twisting it into very delicate designs.
Many years ago during the medieval era it was a popular design for upper class families, this is because the delicate process of twisting the gold allowed them to put their complex family crown on a variety of jewellery. In today’s jewellery market filigree remains a fashionable choice for all types of jewellery including engagement rings and wedding bands. In fact, couples who are looking for an engagement ring or wedding band that has an antique look tend to gravitate towards filigree inspired pieces, because it easily creates that vintage look that has lasted all these years.
Whether you love the antique look, or are simply a fan of the history of filigree, no jewellery collection is complete without a piece of filigree inspired jewellery.
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The name aquamarine, which in Latin translates to “water of the sea”, could not be a more fitting name for these stones. The blue tones that aquamarines are found in are a true replica of the beautiful waters found all across the world. For many years aquamarines were given to sailors because they were seen as lucky stones that would provide them with a safe journey when out at sea. These days they are stones that are placed in all kinds of jewelery from engagement rings and wedding bands, to beautiful white gold drop earrings. They are a popular choice for people born in the month of
March as it is their birthstone, as well as the traditional gift given to couples on their 19th wedding anniversary. Aquamarines like emeralds are a member of the beryl family of gemstones, which means that they are fairly resilient stones. Being mined in Brazil, Kenya, Zambia, Tanzania, and a few other places leaves the world with no shortage for these stones, and this translates to reasonable prices for people on the lookout for an aquamarine.
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Our proposal story: November 11, 2010
Michael had come up with the idea on how he wanted to propose to me back in January 2010. About 3 months before he proposed, Michael began preparing for something he had never done before. Every week for three months, Michael was slipping away to learn how to play the guitar (anyone who knows Michael, will know that he is not musically inclined). He not only learned the guitar and how to play my favourite song, but also how to sing my favourite song.
On the day of the proposal, Michael stayed home from work to make sure everything was perfect. One of our favourite date nights is to be at home with a couple bottles of wine, listen to music and play cards. When I got home from work, Michael had the music and the wine ready. Not thinking this was out of the ordinary, I didn’t pay much attention to how giddy and nervous he was acting. He handed me a glass of wine and asked me to come and sit down and relax on the couch. The next thing I know, Michael comes out of the bedroom with a guitar in his hand playing/singing Adam Sandler’s “I want to grow old with you”. The moment I realized what effort he must have put into this proposal, I lost it and of course Niagara Falls started J
He got down on one knee and the rest is history!
Thank you for taking the time to listen to our story
Erica & Michael
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Of all the possessions people across the world own these days, engagement rings and weddings bands are some of the few that make it to almost every formal event, special occasion, and casual day out. As items that people wear constantly engagement rings and wedding bands will always be subject to the normal wear and tear of everyday life. The effects of being constantly worn can be even more taxing on engagement rings and wedding bands that are made of white gold because of how the white gold itself is made.
White gold is a man-made substance. Since gold by its nature is yellowish in color, natural white gold does not exist. White gold is created by taking yellow gold and mixing it with different white alloys such as palladium or nickel, thereby changing the look of the yellow gold to a white gold colour. While white gold gives any engagement ring or wedding bands a stunning look, it has a tendency to develop a yellowish tinge over time. This is because the acids in our skin react with the alloys used to make white gold which will eventually cause the yellow gold colour to bleed-through. This can be corrected with a process called rhodium plating.
As a member of the platinum family, rhodium, its liquid state, has the ability to easily restore any white gold ring to the lustrous appearance it had when you first laid eyes on it. With the right combination of buffing, cleaning, and rhodium plating, you will easily have your white gold engagement ring and wedding band looking as beautiful as the first day you bought them.
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