David Henrie Makes Sentimental Return to Proposal Site with Wife
The couple celebrate Easter and marriage anniversary at San Juan Capistrano.
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Actor David Henrie recently took a nostalgic trip down memory lane with his family, visiting the historic San Juan Capistrano mission where he proposed to his wife Maria nearly nine years ago. The “Wizards of Waverly Place” star shared this special moment with his Instagram followers, highlighting the significance of the location in his family’s journey.
In his heartfelt post, Henrie wrote, “Had a very special holy week, Easter and 8 year anniversary in San Juan Capistrano. Got to take the kids to the place I proposed to Maria! Hadn’t been there in almost 9 years. What an experience!”
The Instagram images show Henrie with his family at the historic California mission, capturing precious moments as they celebrated both Easter and their wedding anniversary. The scenic mission grounds provided a beautiful backdrop for this meaningful family reunion at a place that holds deep personal significance for the couple.
A Return To Where It All Began
The San Juan Capistrano mission, known for its historic architecture and beautiful gardens, clearly holds a special place in the Henrie family history. The actor’s return to this significant location after nearly nine years marks an important milestone, allowing him to share the story of his proposal with his children, who weren’t yet born when that life-changing moment occurred.
For Henrie, who is known to be family-oriented, this visit represents more than just a vacation—it’s a way of connecting his children to their parents’ love story and family heritage during the Easter holiday season.
Family Life And Recent Projects
David Henrie and his wife Maria have built a beautiful family life together since their engagement at San Juan Capistrano. The actor has been open about his Catholic faith and family life on social media. In a previous Instagram post expressing gratitude for the late Pope’s blessing, Henrie shared a significant moment from their faith journey with the birth of little Pia Francesca.
Beyond his family life, Henrie has been busy professionally. He recently announced exciting news for his fans—he’s currently filming Season 2 of “Wizards Beyond Waverly Place,” the sequel to the beloved Disney Channel series that made him a household name. In another post about the production, Henrie reflected on his career journey: “Feels good to be back at my home away from home! As a family man, it’s an honor to make a positive family show for you all! This season is gonna get crazy y’all, buckle up.”
With his various roles in Disney’s productions, Henrie has successfully transitioned from child actor to adult roles, including directing and producing. However, it’s clear from his social media presence that family remains his top priority, with his faith and professional work closely integrated with his family values.
Balancing Career And Family Values
Henrie’s recent posts reveal his thoughtful approach to balancing his career resurgence with his family life. In a reflective post about returning to the “Wizards” franchise, he shared his early career anxieties: “This was the moment before shooting the first scene of the first episode… Everything was riding on this, so much at stake financially/professionally…millions of fans counting on me not to screw it up…a cast and crew of hundreds who wanted us to get picked up so they could have a stable job…I was riddled with nerves.”
He added that what helped him overcome his fear was focusing on something bigger than himself: “For me, the importance of the mission gave me the courage to overcome fear and serve that mission. Knowing it was about more than me is what got me through…thank God.”
This philosophy seems to extend to his approach to family life as well, where his values and faith guide his choices and priorities. The San Juan Capistrano anniversary trip exemplifies how he honors the foundations of his family while creating new memories with his children.
David Henrie continues to demonstrate that, whether on screen or at home, his commitment to meaningful experiences and values remains at the center of his life, making his return to San Juan Capistrano with his family a fitting celebration of how far his journey has taken him since that proposal almost nine years ago.
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