Unique, Funny and Unusual Proposal Stories
Posted February 23, 2009 , By Maureen
There’s no doubt that an Engagement Proposal is one of the most memorable experience of a person’s life. Some things undoubtedly did not go as planned (like dropping the ring, or forgetting to bring it altogether), but this made it all the more memorable, and you shared it with family and friends over and over.
Years ago, a friend of mine went to the trouble of having the nicest of engagement rings placed in a custom chocolate Easter egg, and when the time came, she said she wasn’t hungry (not knowing what was inside of course)! They’re still married with count ‘em - 6 kids.
If you have a funny, crazy, or amazingly memorable proposal story, we would love to hear about it.
(Please share the story in a couple of hundred of words - your ages, where you live, what you do, the courtship / buying ring/proposal).
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Seeking Consent for Marriage - the “Yes/No” Debate
Posted February 23, 2009 , By Maureen
To some guys, the thought of Seeking Consent for Marriage from your girlfriend’s parents seems old-fashioned or maybe nerve-racking, especially if you’ve never met them or they are not very fond of you. While this could present a challenge for you, you still need to way out the costs and benefits of each choice.
Not Seeking Consent for Marriage
Costs:
-possible back-lash with family
-loss of respect with parents
-loss of trust with family/friends
-relatives and friends may question your manliness
-your motives may be thought of as sneaky and underhanded
-possible ostracization from family
-possible legal action if underage
-possible ongoing resentment towards you leading to continued conflict
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Virtues of Engagment Rings
Posted February 23, 2009 , By Stephan
Engagment rings are the betrothed covenant of love. Our english words for love don’t even compare to other cultures, which some have hundreds of names for different types of love, such as eternal affection that can never disappoint or fade, or steamier such as romantic love, then there’s the brotherly or sisterly love.
Engagment rings are a promise. A promise of an everlasting connection - physical, emotional and spiritual. Learning to be in-step with another is a whole process all on it’s own. Someone to share our life with, our hopes, dreams, goals, maybe even a few tears, heartaches, disappointments. [...] Continue Reading…
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Planning the Proposal, Buying the Engagement Ring, and Popping the Question
Posted February 20, 2009 , By Stephan
When it comes to most important question you’ll likely ever ask her, it is important to be prepared ahead of time to make the best impression you can. We’ve included a number of helpful tips for you to make sure you go in with confidence.
You likely don’t spend much time thinking about the moment you ask your girlfriend to marry you, but your girlfriend does, and the event will be repeated in her mind and words for many years to come - everything from your speech, to where it all took place, to the engagement ring.
It all comes down [...] Continue Reading…
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Romantic Places to Propose in Toronto
Posted February 20, 2009 , By Stephan
So you’re ready to pop the big question. You’re looking at engagement rings and wondering where the big event will take place.
There’s quite a number of places to propose in Toronto, as it is culturally diverse and has many things to offer. Of course there’s the classic (and obvious) CN Tower, however, the Royal York’s always a nice choice. I’d suggest forgoing the urge to post it on the Jumbotron at the Air Canada Centre (ACC) or Rogers Centre (previously know Skydome), in-case the answer is “no”.
For the more culturally mature, perhaps after a night at the theatre or [...] Continue Reading…
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The History of Wedding Rings
Posted December 5, 2008 , By Stephan
Wedding rings are one of the most recognized symbols of love and commitment from all over the world. Few things transcend the cultural barriers, such as “mama” for mother and a smile for a greeting.
It’s amazing to see how one small circular band of precious metal can instantly say so much. Funny isn’t it, that the wedding can cost thousands and the slim gold or platinum band is a few hundred, yet lasts far longer than the day itself, and is worn day after day, 24/7. A small hunk of metal divides the available and the unavailable at the [...] Continue Reading…
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