Watch: Boyfriend surprises nurse with proposal who was giving him Covid-19 vaccine

Shared on the official Facebook page of Sanford Health, the video is absolutely sweet and heartwarming.

Published on: Jan 2, 2021, 18:59:37 IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | By Trisha Sengupta

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There is something extremely sweet about videos that show people proposing to their partners. They often leave people with a warn feeling in their hearts. Case in point, this video of an EMS supervisor named Robby Vargas-Cortes proposing to his boyfriend, Eric Vanderlee.

The image shows Robby Vargas-Cortes proposing to his boyfriend Eric Vanderlee. (Facebook/@Sanford Health)

Shared on the official Facebook page of Sanford Health, where Vanderlee is employed as a nurse, the video is absolutely sweet and heartwarming.

“Eric Vanderlee, a registered nurse in Canton, South Dakota, has been helping administer the COVID-19 vaccine to local health care workers. But he noticed something strange when he went to give the shot to one fellow Sanford Health employee. Robby Vargas-Cortes, an EMS supervisor and Eric’s boyfriend, had an engagement ring taped to his arm. Robby got his vaccine – and an enthusiastic yes from his now fiancé. Congratulations, Eric and Robby!” explains the caption shared alongside the video.

Since being shared, the video has gathered tons of comments. People were simply happy to see the love showcased in the clip.

“This is the kind of happiness we need to focus on! Congratulations!!!!” wrote a Facebook user. “When you follow your heart good things happen. Love you both,” shared another. “Congratulations! You all totally made me cry happy tears. Also, thank you for all that you both do every day!” said a third.

What are your thoughts on the proposal video?

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Trisha Sengupta
Trisha Sengupta works as Chief Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over six years of experience in the digital newsroom. Known for her ability to decode the internet’s most talked-about moments, she specialises in high-engagement storytelling that bridges the gap between viral trends and traditional journalism. Throughout her tenure, Trisha has focused on the intersection of technology, finance, and human emotion. She frequently covers personal finance and real estate struggles in hubs like Gurgaon, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, while also documenting the unique challenges of the NRI experience. Her work often highlights the movements and philosophies of global newsmakers and personalities like Elon Musk, Mukesh Ambani, Nikhil Kamath, Dubai crown prince, and MrBeast. From reporting on Amazon or Meta layoffs and startup culture to the emergence of AI-driven platforms like Grok and xAI, she provides a grounded and empathetic perspective on the stories shaping our world. When not decoding the internet, Trisha is likely offline: lost in a book, exploring a historical ruin, or navigating the world as a solo traveler. She balances her fast-paced career with family time and a healthy dose of curiosity, currently trading her "human" sources for silicon ones as she masters AI to future-proof her storytelling.Read More

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