It was a day just like any other, except that it wasn't. Ariel and Patricia, two former students from UMass, Amherst, were about to experience a moment that would forever etch into their memories. Their story began at the Inn on Boltwood, where Patricia had gathered the courage to ask Ariel to be her boyfriend. Fast forward to a few years later and the tables had turned. It was Ariel who was now gathering his courage, meticulously planning a trip back to Amherst to ask Patricia the Big Question.

Patricia had been involved in the design of her engagement ring, so Ariel was fairly confident about what her answer would be. He chose the Inn on Boltwood as the setting for their special moment, a place that held such a significant part of their story. The inn was kind enough to close off their library, providing the couple with the privacy they needed for their intimate moment.

The scene was set. A "private event" sign hung on the Inn on Boltwood's library door, and cider-filled champagne flutes sat waiting. Patricia, unaware of the surprise that awaited her, hesitated to enter, thinking the setup was for someone else. But as Ariel got down on one knee, the truth dawned on her. The surprise was overwhelming, and tears began to flow freely. They exchanged hugs, sat, and talked, soaking in the moment. Patricia couldn't stop smiling, tears streaming down her face in joy.

She had an inkling that Ariel might propose during their trip to Amherst, but she had not expected it to be first thing in the morning! Overwhelmed with happiness, they took time to make some newly-engaged portraits before heading back to their families to share the wonderful news. This special moment, captured in forever with documentary photography, was a testament to their love story that began in Amherst. It was an unforgettable chapter in their lives, a beautiful memory that they will always cherish.