There are a million things I could say about my fiance, Lucas. I could say that he has the kindest soul or that he is truly the sexiest man I have ever laid eyes on or that his love for soccer borderlines on obsession.
Another thing I could say is that he used to be a Granadero. Not sure what that means? Neither did I at first, but a Granadero is a member of the Argentinean army whose job is to directly protect the President of Argentina. It is an incredibly honorable position, so much so that when I would tell people in Argentina what Lucas’ profession was their faces would light up in absolute awe. And this still occurs even though he is no longer one.
While his job was held in the highest of esteem and he enjoyed it immensely, it also required a lot of dedication. The place he worked the most at was La Casa Rosada, or the Pink House. I always joke that it is impossible to not love a country whose Presidential palace is pink!
La Casa Rosada in Buenos Aires, Argentina
There he would stand for hours on end without being able to move an inch. Want to know what my Granadero would wear to work? Check this out:
Sadly I never got to see him in uniform, however I was sent “special pictures” from time to time. These photographs, that I will treasure forever, were of him guarding the now deceased ex-President Kirchner (he passed away while I was on this trip) with various other Presidents of the world. Can you spot Lucas in the following pictures?
Occasionally, when the President would travel, he would be required to go on the road with him, mostly to places within Argentina, but to other South American countries as well. When he would travel he was required to wear fatigues.
Lucas in Mendoza, Argentina.
After many sleep deprived years in the service, he decided it was time for a new path in life. He has never looked back since leaving, but he will always be my toy soldier!
awww that is so sweet! I didn’t know what a Granadero was, now I do and it looks quite hard! I guess it’s a good thing for your future married life that he’s not a Granadero anymore!
Congratulations on the marriage, it’s about 3 months away now!:)
What a lucky duck you are
Lucas must have been really, truly dedicated to being a Granadero (plus, the outfit is really impressive).
You’re so lucky!! Does ur fiance has a single friend? Another Granadero?
your fiance is so cute! So random for him to be in the background of a Kim Jong Il
Um your fiance? Gorgeous!
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Oh, Andi. I feel like I’m reading a romance novel or something. Lucas is swoon-worthy to say the least, especially in his uniform! You two make such a beautiful couple. I know you’re going to be so happy with each other.
Lovely!
What a fabulous introduction. You should be proud of his service to his country, it tells you about his character, you are going to be one lucky lady, protected and cared for. It is getting close and I wish you all the happiness in the world!
Aw, wow…so nice to finally “meet” Lucas and also learn about the guards. I’m not sure I would be able to stand still and keep a straight face for so long. Such an important position!
Yay! He’s so handsome! It’s so neat to “meet” a granadero. When you see them (or other similar people) it’s easy to forget that they are people, with lives and finacees!
just want to say that i love following your 20-11 “beautiful adventures!” – best of luck as ur year unfolds
he’s so handsome!
I loved this introduction!
I LOVE the photos of him in the background behind the presidents. Great!
Congratulations on your engagement. What a hunk! Stumbled upon your blog via C’est Christine’s post today.
Andi, Lucas sounds (and looks) amazing! Can’t wait to see the wedding photos and hopefully I’ll get to meet him one day soon too!
What a great post Andi, he seems like a wonderful guy.
What a steamy romance you two have.
Great to finally see him. Sounds like it was a serious job. So you fell for a man in uniform. Good luck with the wedding plans. Elise and I will be organising our wedding when we get back home eventually.
AWWW Andi!!! What a sweet post! I’m so happy to know more about your hubby to be. That is such a prestigious position and he suits it well! This post rekindles my love for BA!!! Congrats again on your upcoming nuptials; you guys look like you’ll be very happy together!!!
Swoon…it’s so clear you absolutely adore him! And he suited the uniform! x
Wow…handsome! You make a lovely couple!
Aaawww, cute post. So fun seeing those pics and trying to pick him out of the crowd
Aw, they’re great pictures, Andi!
What an interesting job that must have been! I can only imagine the conversations he overheard. 
Wow… hunky.
What a charming post!
SO cute! Andi & Lucas sitting in a tree…
Awwww, how cute and sweet! I agree with Krista, oh the things he must have heard and seen!
Adorbs!
That is so sweet and interesting! I suggest that you let him wear that uniform again and take a pic together
Very cool!
It’s about time you gave your readers a little glimpse at the man you’re going to marry!
That’s such an interesting job, I can understand why people would be impressed. Great photos too!
Such a hottie! But he is the lucky one to be marrying you
Hi Andi! I’ve been reading your blog for months now and love it! I’m an avid traveler too. I just returned from Ethiopia and am considering the Galapagos for spring break. Have a nice day!
He’s cute! Nice to “meet” him finally! That costume is adorable… he looks like a soldier from the Nutcracker. Does he ever break out in dance during his shift? Hm, probably not…
such a cute post. Always love meeting bloggers other halves- esp. when they play such a huge role in the blog!
He quit as a granadero to the prez so he can be your personal granadero. I love those “where is wally” photos. haha.
wow he has some important job!
he is lucky to have you
Great to know more about Lucas. He sure has a lot of good stories to tell.
You should write more about Lucas! I loved hearing this about him, even though I already knew, but it’s so cute to see your love for him in the words you write.
Cristina’s Pink House….it certainly stands out. Congrats to you both!!!
If they want hot men in uniform, they can check out my blog and see me in my Navy blues, lol.
Good post, Andi!
Lucas is famous now!
i see why YOU asked the colombian guards for a picture!! hahaha just kidding! lucas is 10000 better looking than the colombians!!
It’s nice to know a little more about him. I knew he was Argentinian but that is about it. I have two friends that worked EOD (bomb disposal) for the Army and they have served with the Secret Service protecting the President (one was even on Air Force One) so I totally understand how people can be in aw of Lucas’ position. It’s very interesting!
Congrats! pink’s one of my fav colors:p
Congratulations Beautiful! I can’t wait to hear about the wedding plans!
You are the luckiest chic aliiiiiiiiiiiiiiive
Nice to finally meet Lucas!! He is one lucky man!!!
No idea you were engaged. A much belated congratulations.
Hello synchronicity. Yesterday I was telling Sean about a very similar situation. This gal who makes very popular beauty related videos on YouTube said “my most watched video is the one about my boyfriend & I”. My take: people LOVE getting personal. If they dig you *already*, they want to know more about you personally. What do you think? <3 Lauren
Impressive indeed!
One word: YUMMY
Ummm hottest guy EVER!
Nothing compared to be a Granadero. Maybe playing in the “Selección”… yeah, maybe. But being a Granadero rocks so much! Congrats!
[...] After we finished the bottle, we decided to take a quick nap before dinner. For some reason I could not fall asleep and decided to wander around the property. As I was contemplating going for a dip in the pool, I heard a woman shriek. I went inside to inquire and saw several people watching the TV intently. The Argentinean ex-President Nestor Kirchner had just unexpectedly passed away. Regardless of one’s political beliefs, it is always a sad moment to lose one’s leader. I was not excited about telling Lucas the news, as Lucas had befriended Kirchner while he was his personal guard. [...]
you too make a beautiful couple! what a prestigious job.
LOL at first when I read your post I thought I had read Ganadero (rancher) hehe. I was not familiar with a Granadero! but now I know!
so where will the wedding destination be? you have been all around the world that I’m curious to see where you will marry!
Congrats Andi….are their wedding plans maybe?
Okay now our similarities are getting bizarre… Mark was a green beret in the Royal Marines! You would never know it meeting him now that he is a hippy dippy dive instructor but its fun to see those old uniform pictures, huh?
DROOL!!!
Luckiest woman in the world goes to………………you!
What a gorgeous couple you 2 are!!!
What an interesting job he had!
You have found yourself the perfect man!!
GORGEOUS WOW GIRL!!!!
I think I just fainted from his hotness hahahaha.
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GORGEOUS!!!!!!!
HOT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Gorgeous X 10000000!!!!!
Haha agree X 10000000!!!!!
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Doesn’t get much hotter than this!!!!!!!!!!
He is seriously beyond gorgeous!
Wow what a fantastic engagement , very cool pictures to ,
very interesting post congratulations