Get ready to experience all the feels. If you’re in need of a reminder that true love exists and that perfect proposals aren’t just the stuff of movies, you’re in for a treat.
This is the story of a nervous boyfriend with a creative plan, a supportive future mother-in-law, and a military man who had no idea his life was about to change in the middle of a busy airport.
A few years ago, YouTuber Zach Garcia gave us one of the most heartwarming proposal stories ever captured on video, and even though some time has passed since that magical moment, it continues to make viewers reach for the tissues.
From the initial nervous phone call to the big airport reveal, and ultimately to their beautiful farm wedding, this journey of love unfolds in a way that will melt even the most cynical of hearts.
It all began when Zach decided to document his proposal journey on his YouTube channel.
Before popping the big question to his military boyfriend Alastair, Zach decided to do things the traditional way – by asking for his future mother-in-law’s blessing.
In a touching video that captured our hearts, we see Zach nervously rehearsing his proposal speech before making that all-important phone call to Alastair’s mom.
“My heart is just going,” a visibly anxious Zach confesses to the camera. “The worst that could happen is she will just tell me no… I’m going to marry him anyway!”
That determination mixed with vulnerability sets the tone for what would become an unforgettable moment:
But the best was yet to come. With mom’s blessing secured, Zach put his creative proposal plan into action at Denver International Airport.
Armed with what appeared to be a simple “Happy Birthday” sign, he waited for Alastair’s arrival. The sign cleverly concealed a fake airline ticket hiding the real message: “Will you marry me?”
In a beautiful twist on tradition, Zach opted for a watch instead of a ring for the engagement.
“Being a gay couple we ain’t traditional anyway,” he explained. “We said that if we ended up getting married, that’s when we’ll do rings.” It’s these personal touches that made their love story uniquely their own.
The proposal itself? Pure magic. The joy and surprise on Alastair’s face as he realized what was happening in the middle of the airport surely brought onlookers to tears – and still does today.
But this story gets even better. In July 2017, Zach and Alastair tied the knot in a stunning countryside ceremony.
Their wedding video captured it all – from their heartfelt vows to emotional parent dances, set against a beautiful farm backdrop that perfectly matched their authentic love story:
And here’s the best part: Eight years later, Zach (now Zach Patton-Garcia) and Alastair’s love story is still going strong.
Today, they continue to share their journey with their loyal social media following, with Alastair serving proudly in the military while Zach maintains their popular YouTube presence.
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Zach and Alastair are living proof that when it comes to true love, some stories really do have staying power.