Hand in hand, Andrew and I walked along the cobbled streets of the famous Royal Mile in Edinburgh, Scotland. He had been eager to introduce me to his native land and this summer he had whisked me away. All day, we had traced the footsteps of time through royal palaces, abbey ruins, and botanic gardens. As the sun began to set, we walked through the magnificent gates of Edinburgh Castle. We would walk through a maze of splendid halls and stone passages. He let go of my hand and covered my eyes, easing me forward gently. After several hesitant steps, we suddenly stopped. Adrenaline and anticipation mixed inside me. He removed his hands. In front of me lay the majestic cityscape of Edinburgh, silhouetted against a sunset of fiery red and orange. Before I could speak, Andrew spoke to me, gesturing toward the skyline.  
"Amy, all of this stretches Beyond Eternity. A history without end. Marry me, and let's start our own story. It could be as timeless as this." As he said it, he slipped on my finger an exquisite Calla^TMCut diamond engagement ring. I pulled him close and whispered my answer. I was ready to make history.
Submitted by Amy Dingman; 1st place winner for 1st Calla Romance Writing Contest;