Ideas for Asking Someone to Marry You
Asking someone to marry you can be one of the most intimidating (yet joyous) experiences of a lifetime. Because of the rarity of the occasion, it is not uncommon for people to feel under immense pressure to make the proposal memorable and perfect. Take time to think over the way you want to ask the love of your life to spend forever with you.
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Nostalgia
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A little walk down memory lane can be a sweet and tender way to propose marriage to someone -- and to make the courtship stage of your relationship come full circle. Consider taking your love to the spot where you had your first kiss, the restaurant where you shared your first romantic meal together or maybe even the place you first laid eyes on each other.
Unexpected
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Get ambitious and creative when it comes to proposing marriage. Not only will it show that you have put in a lot of time and thought, but it will also take your partner by surprise. Hire a plane to skywrite "Will you marry me?" in the sky above your love's home. Call a local radio DJ and ask him if you can make your proposal live (just make sure your partner is listening at that time). Go to a baseball game together and request that your proposal be shown on the jumbotron (just don't do this if you think that your partner will be embarrassed).
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Cooking
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If you're looking for classic and casual, one traditional way to ask someone to marry you is after you have prepared her a tasty, home-cooked candlelight meal -- all alone away from prying ears and eyes. For a touch of flair, securely attach the engagement ring to some central element of the meal, such as the stem of the beverage glass.
Hot Air Balloon
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One unusual way to propose is by taking a hot air balloon ride together. This can be costly, but it may be worth the effort in the end. Ask your significant other to ride the balloon alone with you and bask in the serenity and scenic views that surround you. Bring along appetizers and beverages for some added comfort and enjoyment during the ride.
Fortune Cookie
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If your partner enjoys Chinese food, make reservations at your preferred local Chinese eatery. Beforehand, call the restaurant and inquire about the possibility of custom-made fortune cookies. Take your partner to the restaurant, enjoy your dinner and, at the end, surprise her with a special fortune cookie that, once opened, asks "Will you marry me?"
Animal Lover
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If your partner is an avid animal lover and wants a new pet, recruit the assistance of a beloved and furry puppy or kitten to conduct your proposal. Surprise your partner with a brand new pet (just make sure that she is completely serious about wanting one). Beforehand, put an engagement ring securely around the animal's collar. Use ribbon to tie the ring onto the cuddly creature. When your partner comes closer to the dog or cat, she will melt a little inside upon the sight of the ring -- and know exactly what your intention is. Take this opportunity to ask for your love's hand in marriage.
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