Millennials and marriage

Several years ago, Ben Harwood Rose saved the day on a flight, stopping a deranged passenger from acting on threats. When the flight safely landed, Ben said, an airline representative told him he could have anything he wanted as a thank you. At the time, Ben said he didn’t need anything. However, this summer, when he was seeking a special way to propose to girlfriend Laura Max Nelson, he decided to call in the favor. Laura thought they were heading on an ordinary weekend trip to Boston and had no clue Ben had worked out an elaborate plan to propose in first class on the flight. The day didn’t go exactly according to plan – especially as Hurricane Arthur caused a major delay on the flight – but ultimately, Ben couldn’t wait any longer. At the gate, Ben got on the intercom, told Laura that he loved her and wanted to marry her. He got down on one knee and proposed. She was stunned and happily said yes. Their hotel room in Boston was decorated with framed photos of the couple and their dog, plus champagne, flowers, chocolates and other goodies. Interestingly, just the day before, Laura, founder and blogger at website TheLightFiles.com, had discussed on FOX 26 the topic of millennials (individuals born 1983-2001) and marriage. She had no idea that at the end of that very next day, she’d be a millennial planning her wedding. Parents Leisa Holland-Nelson and Dr. Franklin and Cindi Rose are thrilled.

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