natash,

privet, tonight was a special night for us - we went to the opera and i was moved to ask Elena for her hand - it was during intermission on my knee - very romantic i thought - she said maybe - no really she cried during the rest of the performance - i'm not sure from happiness or from fear - really she said yes and also said it was the best day of her life - then i cried - but she didnt see the tear.

anyway - we are happy so far - oops she is crying right now reading this over my shoulder - so happy this woman :o)

thank you

she is very special and I cannot thank you enough for the introduction - almost too perfect for me but I'll get over it :o)

lou, elena (over the shoulder)

Dec. 29, 2005