The Right Place at the Right Time – 2 – Lt. Smith’s Proposal
In August 2005, nephew Brandon and bride Katie visited from Wisconsin. After dinner, we drove into Washington to noodle around the Nation’s Capitol on a warm summer evening. We were inside the Jefferson Memorial and about to leave when I looked across the tidal Basin toward the Washington Monument.
The floodlit obelisk was reflected on the water. There were hardly any people in the area but I did notice this couple by the water’s edge. Even if all I could see was distant silhouettes, the body language was clearly romantic. All I needed to do was move across the top steps of the Memorial enough to make them stand out in the light.
Lt. Smith's Proposal (12 August 2005)
I caught up with the couple as they were leaving…said they looked wonderful in the light and I might have a nice picture if they wanted it. Turns out he was a Marine officer and had just proposed to his new fiancé. He later wrote back that they were thinking of using the shot in their wedding announcement.
In these warring times, I hope they are still well and happy.
posted by Ted Ringger @ 11:10 AM
6 comments
6 Comments:
Just beautiful!
What a cool photo, Ted, I am glad you were able to catch up with the couple, I am sure they will cherish it forever!
Wow...what a pic. It's funny how things happen.
Its what you do well, Ted. Your pix bring "things" to life. Keep em coming.
Right place at the right time. If it was day time, with lots of tourists around, even if this couple was there, it wouldn't be the same. The night and limited light do the trick.
Thanks to you all for appreciating.
Beautiful! And so glad you connected with them to share it.
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