Romantic Proposals

Setting the stage for a romantic proposal takes lots of planning and forethought. After all, how many times in your life will you get to ask the woman of your dreams to marry you? Not only must you come up with the perfect place, but you also must choose the best words to express how much you want to spend the rest of your life with the woman that you love. Keep reading to find the perfect, romantic proposal idea!

Roses add a romantic touch to any proposal.

Of course, before you ask that all-important question, you need to take care of one very important detail...the engagement ring. Hopefully, you know your sweetheart well enough to understand what type of ring she longs for. Does she want a cluster of jewels, or would she prefer a gorgeous teardrop diamond? Does she even want diamonds, or would she rather have a lustrous emerald or sparkling sapphire?

If there is an heirloom in your family, will you need to have anything done to it? Does it need a new setting or a new stone? Will you need to have it sized to fit your loved one's finger? If you are still confused about what type of ring to get your darling, but you don't want to ask her, enlist the help of a close friend or family member, but be sure and swear them to secrecy! Once you've found the perfect ring, you're halfway there!

If your sweetie is a bit shy, you might want to forgo a public proposal. She may be so embarrassed that she forgets to give you the answer that you seek! It is important to think about her personality. What does she like to do? Is she outgoing or shy? Is she a romantic, or is she a more practical person? Does she like exotic surprises, or would she rather enjoy nature?

While some men like to propose without preparing anything in advance, others like to plan what they want to say. If you aren't quick with words, you might want to write down and rehearse the perfect words to say to your sweetheart, so you aren't tongue-tied when the romantic moment arrives. Another option is to find a romantic "I love you" greeting card, and while she reads those words, you set the stage for the actual proposal.

Once you've determined what your lady would like, you can begin planning your romantic proposal. You can choose any of the following proposals and adapt it to your needs, or merge them to create your own romantic event.

If there is a place that is special to you both, such as a lake, park, ball field, amusement park, beach, etc., you might want to consider popping the question there. What about the place you went to on your first date, or the place that was host to the first time you expressed your love for each other? Proposing in a such a location adds even more significance to it.

Do you and your honey share a favorite hobby together? Why not incorporate that hobby into your proposal. Take a romantic, sunset, horseback ride together, and stop for some wine and cheese under a tree. While your horses graze, pull out that sparkling diamond. How can she refuse?

Are the two of you anglers? If so, head to your favorite fishing hole; only this time, replace the bait with that brilliant ring. You could offer to tie her hook on, turn your back and tie the ring on instead. Just don't let her cast it into the water!

Are you both hiking nuts? If so, plan a romantic hike, and once you reach your destination, get down on your knee, pull out that ring, and pop that question.

If you'd like a little music for a backdrop to your proposal, why not hire a small string quartet to serenade your sweetie? Take her dancing, and request the band to play "your song". Plan a romantic dinner under the stars in a local park or even your backyard. Set the table, bring the wine, pick up a catered meal, then ask a local musician if he'll play a song just for her.

Add a romantic touch to dinner.

Can a proposal incorporate food, too? While it might seem like a creative and unique idea, it may not be the most romantic choice. Most foods will stain and dull the diamond, requiring it to be cleaned almost immediately. Furthermore, you wouldn't want to cause a medical emergency because of an inadvertent bite or swallow.

The ring doesn't necessarily need to be in contact with the food, however. One of the most classic types of proposals is over a candlelit dinner, a glass of wine, or a sweet dessert, made all the sweeter by a delicate question and enthusiastic response.

If you know the route that your beloved takes home every day, you can actually rent a billboard that is dedicated to your love for her. For a less expensive but just as eye-catching alternative, have banners or signs printed, or make them yourself, and place them in conspicuous areas all over town!

Finally, remember that your love will love you no matter how you propose. As long as you are sincere, and you show her how much you really care and want to spend the rest of your life with her, how you propose is only a lovely addition to all of the wonderful times to come!

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