Rules Of Engagement

I am proposing to my girlfriend quite soon. We have discussed marriage and this won’t be a complete surprise, but I have no idea where I should actually propose. I’m really open to anything – I just don’t know where to start. Any ideas?
- Geoff, Rhode Island

Geoff,
Great question. There is so much to take into consideration when planning a proposal. Surprise? Ask her dad first? Down on one knee? I would say yes to all these questions. When it comes to location, I would go nostalgic. Even as cheesy as that sounds, this is a time to be romantic and cheesy so she will brag about it and remember it forever. It will also be fun to clue her in this way a bit, without actually saying anything. Maybe a weekend away where you had your first date? First kiss? She’ll suspect something, but just enough to wonder. Another great location is a place she’s always said she’s wanted to go or maybe a nice weekend getaway to her parent’s house in the Hamptons. If a weekend getaway isn’t possible and the nostalgic angle is out, work with what you have. Give her a beautiful day locally by going to the park, treating her to meals out, and ending the day with the proposal. The best thing to remember is make the best out of what you have. If you can’t afford to travel for the proposal, don’t worry about it. Make your house a romantic setting! Whatever location you choose, jazz it up.

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