I'm the girl...I want to propose...HELP!

[eeyore913]

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[Tink_Kel]

hmmmm any thoughts would help or if you think i'm totally crazy let me know

I think your totally crazy! (I mean that affectionately!)

You know how most women dream about the proposal, wedding, having children, etc? I think proposing is the one thing that the guy is totally in control of, I don't know if I'd want to take that one thing away from him.

I was completely in the same boat as you, as noted in my planning journal. We actually started planning the wedding BEFORE he proposed, because he insisted on getting the ring first. I called him my Bass-ackwards Groom.

Maybe instead of actually proposing, you can ask him if you can start planning the wedding ahead of time, since there is so much is involved. It also wouldn't hurt to let him know that you think Disney is the most romantic place in the world to get engaged.

I know this is 2008, and things have changed, so please take my thoughts as intended...just my own opinion, as I don't know the dynamics of your relationship, this might be something he'd totally love.

Anyway, as to your question of how/where, gonna have to think on that one! Maybe since he's an Animal Science major, you can do it in front of one of the animal exhibits, and make some type of comment about how they mate for life, and how you feel he is your mate.

Good luck whatever you decide!

 

[WriteDisney]

Aww! I think its a great idea! Alot of the general suggestions that brides on the disboards have given guys would probably work if you reversed it. If he loves animals so much, maybe just ask at the Animal Kingdom lodge.. get a CM to take your picture. LOADS of good ways to do it. If you also can't get a CM at the moment.. you could always try recreating it later for a photopass person!

I don't think your crazy at all! It reminds of the show, Boy Meets World, Topanga asking Corey at graduation! Oh and also Gilmore Girls.. when Lorelei asks Luke.

Ahh great tv romances!

Anyways.. good luck and be sure to let us know what you decide to do and how it works out!

 

[Mermaid_Ariel]

My opinion is that there seems to be a communication issue regarding the ring. I definitely would sit down and talk to him about what you want and what you two want for the future. It's really important to be open and honest and not just take matters into your own hands to prove a point. I think as someone else said above it's the one thing a guy really gets to do and he might feel strange that he won't be able to ask you to be his wife.

The only one who knows your situation best is you so do what you think is best. No matter what, I wish you two luck!

 

[eeyore913]

xxx

 

[WriteDisney]

I think I want to be in a park and then return to our room and have it decorated and we will have a balcony since we are AKV and just have a nice night when we return. I'm thinking more along the lines of MK or Epcot because I feel like they are more romantic at night. Anywhere in Italy that would be nice? I haven't been to Epcot in a year 1/2 so not sure but he's italian so that might be a neat place to do it...or possibly over at Poly beach because people have said its really romantic to watch the fireworks from there. Thanks

Yes, epcot has alot of nice places. There is a fountain in the back, sometimes they have photopass people back there, which could be a good thing or a bad thing.. if you wanted privacy there are benches around the pavilion that could work too. Polynesian is beautiful and would have lots of great places to propose as well!

I agree with the other posters in that sometimes the guy might have an idea planned already.. and might really be looking forward to that moment for himself.. but in my personal opinion.. it doesn't have to be designated just as a the guys thing or anything... I think if your DBF is okay with it and likes the idea, go for it!

the wonderful thing about relationships, engagements, and weddings.. is that no two are exactly alike.. if they all were.. it would be boring! As long as you two are on the same page.. that's all that matters!

 

[not_Joanna_eggs]

I had a former co-worker (female) who proposed to her now-husbend. They did it at a Chineese resturant with a fortune cookie with a group of people. They all read their fortunes aloud, and his said "someone at this table has a question for you" and then she proposed. It was sort of cute.

That being said, in lieu of a ring she bought him a tent confused3 )but didn't want to bring the tent to the resturant, so she made a candy diorama of the tent and then they ate it for dessert...

But, as someone else said, that's what great about relationships - if the two of you are on the same page, then just do it!

Good Luck!!

 

[Raenstoirm]

My dh proposed to me, but he was adamant we get him a ring right after, as in the night we got engaged we went online a bought him one. So if your guy likes the idea of "showing off" his future ball and chain status...dont forget the ring!

To sort of add a side note, my ring was custom designed by a friend of the family (my family) so it was not a real big surprise when he asked. If he is the kind to plan a grand romantic gesture and he is just using the "need to find the perfect ring" to throw you off, you might really disappoint him.

 

[Tink_Kel]

the wonderful thing about relationships, engagements, and weddings.. is that no two are exactly alike.. if they all were.. it would be boring! As long as you two are on the same page.. that's all that matters!

That being said, in lieu of a ring she bought him a tent ( )but didn't want to bring the tent to the resturant, so she made a candy diorama of the tent and then they ate it for dessert...

That's just too funny! Goes to show, different strokes for different folks!!

 

[eeyore913]

xxx

 

[IndyBride]

What about during illuminations?? Or you could do a wishes cruise?? That would be really nice. or the carriage ride at wilderness lodge.

 

[RonnieJo66]

Since he is a animal science major....

What about checking with the Animal Kingdom CM's and seeing if you can get a "special" stop on the Kilamanjaro Safari ride. I think there is a before the park opens safari ride option as well, but I don't know where to find the info on it.

Good luck on whatever you choose to do!

 

[eeyore913]

xxx

 

[Ember]

I think it's a GREAT idea!! I would talk to come cast members no matter where you choose to do it, because it's unique and different and I bet they'll help yo out!

 

[eeyore913]

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[Soopafly]

have not heard of this? Will have to look into it. Also there is rides i believe at POFQ maybe I could work something into that....or....

i am giving him the backstage safari tour as his grad present maybe I could talk with someone about doing it during this? It would then be nice because if it was set up with the tour guide he/she I'm sure would take photos and it would just be a small amount of people. Then we would have the rest of the trip to celebrate because I think we will do this our first full day there/ I was worried about not coming up with something now I have too many ideas haha! We still might do the carriage ride as a separate thing it sounds really nice Ill def have to learn more. Thanks!!

I was going to suggest the backstage safari as well. I just booked this for our trip. I am going to propose to my girl on this trip and i wouldnt mind if she proposed to me, i'd be all for it. I say good luck and go for it

 

[eeyore913]

xxx

 

[Soopafly]

Thanks!! A guys view is nice to have!! Hey if when n the backstage safari if you notice any good time to set up possibly a proposal if you could update when you get back....if its a while off and u forget no worries that would just be great! Thanks!! And good luck to you on your proposal!

No problem at all, I will try my very best and keep an eye out for particular spots where a proposal would go down well. I will post back here for sure with all the info I can muster.

Thanks for your support, I am very nervous about it. Not about her saying yes, just about how to do it and when it happens. I know she will say yes

 

[SanFranciscan]

I will be back to finish reading the responses since I am subscribing now. It is my opinion that you should ask him if that is what you are comfortable with. I think that it is much nicer than pushing him to ask you, and we all know that women do that.

 

[tinks_1989]

My friend proposed on valentines day this year to her fiance here it is a tradtion for the girl to propose on a leap year not sure about USA she had room decorates with candels and rose petals and had room service deliver with his ring i didnt know if that could be some thing you could look in too

me and DFi only got engaged on tues in CRT but we both have a ring but nothing really expensive as it is the meaning to us of the ring not the price as we would rather save the money towards a dream house or the wedding x