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One of the most special parts about getting engaged is the proposal. The story of how your partner got down on one knee is one that can live on through generations. But for Instagrammer Jennifer Valentyne and her husband Greg, it is one that was 25 years in the making. Valentyne shared an emotional video on her Instagram with her followers of Greg proposing to her for the first time while celebrating their 25th wedding anniversary.

"Never been proposed to! Married 25 years but there was never a proposal. We went back to the place we honeymooned to celebrate our anniversary and I thought my husband was surprising me with a trend. It's unusual for him to be on social and I've never seen him this emotional," she wrote in the video.

In the sweet video, Jennifer and Greg are standing on a scenic hill as Greg tells her that he wants to try a social media "trend," hence why they are filming. From there, his proposal beings. "We've been married for 25 years. it's a long time. And we are back in the same place that we took our honeymoon for the first time," he says to her. "It took us a long time to get back. We have bought houses, we've raised children." As he speaks, his voice starts to break with emotion, and he puts his hand on her shoulder.

He continues, "And I just want to say I love you. Always have. I love you just the way you are." Greg gives her multiple kisses on her cheek, then gets down on one knee and pulls out an anniversary band ring. "For another 25 years, I choose us. Will you marry me?"

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Jennifer quips that the line is from her "favorite Christmas movie" (which is The Family Man), before she jokes, "Let me think about it. Of course, of course!" The couple then share a kiss and embrace together.

In the caption, Jennifer shared more details about their wedding day, and how Greg's proposal was totally on brand for them. "Greg broke his ankle a week before the ceremony, the beautiful cake we ordered arrived late when everyone was leaving and eyelash glue made my eye swell for the photos. Perfectly Imperfect and that’s exactly how this proposal went 😂," she wrote.

She continues, "The wind was blowing, it was spitting rain and the Volcano 🌋 was covered in clouds. (Guess where we are?) I got the giggles and after reminding himself to get down on the left knee Greg was caught off guard with all my comical reactions and used his right. Oh, and we were on a very steep hill and almost fell over. I wouldn’t change a thing and maybe one day we’ll do a trend!!!"

The emotional proposal truly touched viewers, including their daughter Georgia. Georgia commented, "I am so happy I get to see my mom and dad falling in love all over again 💌 crying so much. I love you."

Another viewer added, "😭😭😭 not me here crying🥹 this so beautiful. Happy anniversary ❤️❤️❤️❤️."

And another wrote, "Oh Jen. This is so beautiful. Made me tear up. This is what long time love looks like. Well done Greg!"

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