Need Help....popping The Big Question!!!

[CRSNDSNY]

Originally posted by fourfoxesinpa
Go to the Golden Mickeys show. At the beginning, outside the theatre, there is a "Red Carpet" arrival 15 minutes or so before the show begins. A "Joan Rivers" type of character interviews (usually) kids who are arriving for the show. The interview with the kids is simulcast on huge screens inside the theatre. Maybe you can talk to someone at the theater and have them interview the two of you and have your proposal broadcast live to everyone in the theater. Maybe they can even tape it for you. When you walk into the theater, everyone will recognize you and will cheer!

AWESOME IDEA!

Good luck Travis...I'm sure no matter how you propose, it will be very memorable!

 

[lbgraves]

I think that I have read on this board where someone has contacted DCL ahead of time about hiring one of the characters to be available at a certain time on the cruise. I seriously doubt that DCL would allow a guest to wear a Mickey costume. You can hire the ship's photographer to take pictures of you & Mickey too.

 

[karaeric]

One more idea to consider since you said that your girlfriend is adventurous.

Make up clues and stash them around the ship for her to find, starting in your cabin, or have your server deliver the first clue at a meal. Have her follow the clues around until she comes to the final clue - maybe a fellow cruiser that gets in on the act, maybe a character? That would be up to you. Have that final clue bring her to a place that you and she have shared a really special moment on the ship where you are waiting for her and can propose. Of course, I also recommend having a person with a camera nearby to capture your moment.

Have fun and good luck!

Cheers, Kara

 

[KaitlinsMom]

Originally posted by Par8hed
Many men would suggest you skip the dramatics and just throw yourself overboard. It is a much quicker and more peaceful death than marriage.




Only kidding......congrats and good luck on whatever method you choose.

I got a good chuckle out of that!

Just wanted to add my congratulations! I LOVE the Palo idea - or Golden Mickeys (just giving my woman's point of view)

Best wishes in what ever you decide to do (and please let us know what it is and how it goes!)

 

[MIKNMIN]

We got engaged on top of the Contemporary during fireworks (after dinner, before desert). My husband had a wood "book" he had gotten at Things Remembered. It had a brass plaque that said "The Fairest of Them All". You can guess who my favorite princess is. I opened the "book", and there was a set of Mickey gloves with a huge pear shaped crystal glued onto a brass napkin ring. It was adorable. I was dressed for the occasion but put the gloves on & showed everyone. Wore them the next day to breakfast at Park Fare and to MK. It was very romantic. The "book" with gloves and ring are on our coffee table.

 

[JohnGalt]

Well, I scratched my head for a while and wondered what all the fuss was about. I know that re-booking on board is a big decision, but I didn't see why you would have such a problem asking your girlfriend about it.

Then I realized you were talking about a different BIG question! And yes, I do have some advice.

Run.

Run like the wind.

Don't look back.

Change your User Name, move to a different state. Alaska is a big state.

But, since you probably won't take that advice, and since I now need to prove to all those romantics out there in DIS land that I am not a cad, here is what you should do.

This will require lots of prearranging with your Palo server, and probably a mighty big tip, but you're getting married so get used to spending frivolously.

Prearrange to be given a very romantic table, somewhat secluded from everyone else. Compliment her on how lovely she looks, and coyly indicate that you have something important that you need to talk to her about. Saying this will create anticipation, and you will definitely command her full attention.

But, before the serious talk can begin in earnest, your server comes to the table (just as you have pre-arranged) and begins to tell you the specials of the evening. He happens to mention that one of the appetizers is a delicious bowl of Boston clam chowder, and of course, being a red-blooded American male, this causes you to make a comment about the Boston Red Sox finally winning the World Series. Your server, pretending to be a huge baseball fan (he is after all schlepping for that huge tip you promised him), says something about the curse of the Bambino finally being lifted from Boston. A lengthy discussion ensues between you and your server, about baseball, the Red Sox, and when is it going to be the Cubs' turn, etc. You and your server are so engrossed in the baseball talk, that the server even sits down at the table with you, to continue the conversation.

Girlfriend is getting ticked off. You had indicated that you were (finally) willing to discuss serious matters, and now you are ignoring her. She notices the folded newspaper that your server very unprofessionally set on the side of your table when he very unprofessionally sat down. One of two things will now happen. Either she gets so ticked off that she will pick up the paper to see what the headlines are, or, she will interrupt the baseball talk and remind you that you are there with her, not the server. If she interrupts, gruffly tell her to read the paper for a few minutes while you finish taking "man talk." Either way, she picks up the paper, opens it up, and on the front page in the biggest boldest letters possible, it says, "JUDY, WILL YOU MARRY ME".

Which, may be a BIG problem if her name is Veronica.

This endeavor will take expert timing, the ability to keep a straight face, and lots of preparation. I will be available on the Wonder sailing of November 11, if you need me to stand in for you. But if my wife happens to see me having dinner at Palo with another woman, we will have to make it a table for 5. You, your girlfriend, me, my wife, and her lawyer.

JG

 

[DVCajun]

 

[mostyn17]

That is so funny!

Does anyone have any information about possibly getting a Character......Of course MICKEY!! Will they do this for free if I explain the situation or should I call and see what they have to offer. My luck, it will be more expensive them my life is worth!!

At this point....I really would like to use a character. My problem is, how do I involve Mickey????? ?????

Thanks for all your replys....You guys are GREAT. I knew I could count on you guys for great ideas. I love them ALL!! Too bad the Golden Mickey show woulden't work out....She would love that.

Travis

 

[CRSNDSNY]

Originally posted by mostyn17
That is so funny!

Does anyone have any information about possibly getting a Character......Of course MICKEY!! Will they do this for free if I explain the situation or should I call and see what they have to offer. My luck, it will be more expensive them my life is worth!!

At this point....I really would like to use a character. My problem is, how do I involve Mickey????? ?????

Thanks for all your replys....You guys are GREAT. I knew I could count on you guys for great ideas. I love them ALL!! Too bad the Golden Mickey show woulden't work out....She would love that.

Travis

Travis -- I remember from similiar threads regarding engagement possibilities that having a character is extremely expensive. It will definitely cost quite a bit -- I'm sure someone will pipe in with more detailed information on this.

 

[Par8hed]

Mickey will cost you a bundle. To save a few dollars grab a cockroach from the ships kitchen and tell your fiance it is Jiminy Cricket.

 

[mostyn17]

Mickey will cost you a bundle. To save a few dollares grab a cockroach from the ships kitchen and tell your fiance it is Jiminy Cricket.

 

[ericamanda01]

To avoid the high cost or renting Mickey and Minney, talk to the photographers before formal night pictures. When you and DW-2-be are up for your picture bend down and pretend to fix your shoe and then pop the question. That way you will have the characters and the photographer can take several shots of the question, the shock, and the yes!

 

[qofhearts]

Back to the private tour idea... if you can get the galley tour, you can work it out with the Maitre D to have it show up in something like a cake or tart that you get to taste on the tour! They are really accomidating!

Or depending on when your character breakfast is, you could get Goofy or ChipnDale or Mickey or Minnie to deliver it to her at the table!

Have fun shopping for the ring in St. Thomas, we got some great deals on an anniversary ring for me, 1.5 carat pink sapphire in white gold with diamonds! We will be on the same cruise as you, hope we get to see your proposal!

 

[fourfoxesinpa]

For a moment, nevermind the proposal idea....I want to hear how you're getting time away to go ring shopping in St. Thomas.

DH and I are still pushing for the Golden Mickeys idea...Buy the ring at home (go to Delaware where there's no sales tax) and take it along. You won't be rushed and can absorb all the 4C information. After all, it is an expensive purchase that should be carefully thought through.

Have Fun!!!!

 

[CheapMom]

This is one trip report I can't wait to read.
Good Luck.

 

[mmouse37]

Travis...people I know were engaged onboard and he had arranged to have Mickey and Minnie there....the cost for EACH character was $350.00 for 30 minutes....that is a whole lot of dough....

He proposed on the secluded area aft on deck 7 and had champagne, roses and a photographer there as well....

My friend (their Aunt) was up on Deck 10 video taping the whole thing (with his permission). From what I hear it turned out lovely!!!

MJ

 

[mmouse37]

bump

 

[jfis1020]

Given the enthusiasm of the "recreation cast members" (for lack of a better title), maybe they could help you out. I love proposals at public events. We saw an Ohio State cheerleader be proposed to right on the field in the third quarter of a game this year. They crowd loved it too!! It happens very frequently at Red
games during the summer. Crowds love to participate!!

Maybe during a special night in the Rockin' D. We loved the 70's night and the relaxed crowd atmosphere might put a little extra into it. I am sure "Austin Powers" would love to participate. (I am not sure if they do this, but the cast member who did Austin Powers was priceless!!).

 

[jlawall]

Ok Travis....I've been married FOREVER! I'm a complete romantic and a Disney FREAK! Here's the definitive answer..............

Buy the ring in St. Thomas.......

Buy a couple massage in CC and enjoy in the cabanas.........

Then take a romantic walk at Serenity Bay.........

Get down on one knee.................

Ask her to marry you!!

I WANT A COMPLETE TRIP REPORT AFTER THIS CRUISE!!!

 

[jfis1020]

Originally posted by jlawall
Ok Travis....I've been married FOREVER! I'm a complete romantic and a Disney FREAK! Here's the definitive answer..............

Buy the ring in St. Thomas.......

Buy a couple massage in CC and enjoy in the cabanas.........

Then take a romantic walk at Serenity Bay.........

Get down on one knee.................

Ask her to marry you!!

I WANT A COMPLETE TRIP REPORT AFTER THIS CRUISE!!!

Oh! I like this one!!! Maybe you could find someone who could secretly photograph the occassion?

I am a little worried about you waiting until St. Thomas to buy the ring. When I am out specifically looking for something, I have trouble. But, you know yourself, so good luck. This girl is nuts if she says no...................I have a friend just waiting on a guy like you!!