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How do I show my boyfriend I'm serious and want to marry him without straight up asking?

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Make him a priority in your life. That's really the biggest thing. If he feels like you're treating the relationship seriously, he'll pick up on the tone and energy of the relationship. Eventually, you can start talking about the future in a way that includes him. That should really make it clear that you're ready for marriage.

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What if he doesn't accept me?

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You can ask him why, but you will have to respect his answer and move on.

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If a woman proposes to a man does she have to buy the wedding rings?

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Not necessarily. There aren't any rules. You and your intended can decide how you're going to handle that together.

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I want to propose in the woods when we take the dogs walking. Is that a good idea?

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Yes, if you think that it can be romantic and the correct time then you should do it.

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How do I let him know 10 years is enough to decide on a relationship?

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He has decided. You are past the 7-year mark, so you are in a common law marriage if you've been living together. The only thing you're waiting for is a wedding. If you want one, ask for it.

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What time should I pop the question?

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You should pop the question when the time feels right to you. However, I suggest discussing marriage with your partner beforehand, even if the time and place of the proposal is going to be a surprise. That's not something you want to completely surprise someone with.

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I don't know what to say before I ask the question. What should I do?

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Just be natural. Maybe go to the beach or have a romantic stroll in the park and say what comes naturally.

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How do I propose to a boy without talking?

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Write a note to him asking, "will you marry me?" He'll see all he needs to, and you can do the talking later.

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Where can I propose to a man?

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You should try to find somewhere special, romantic, or meaningful to the two of you to propose. The actual location you should choose depends on the relationship you have with your partner.

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What do I do if I know someone wants to propose but it's too expensive?

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If you are sure that they want to propose, suggest inexpensive ideas like going on a walk and writing 'will you marry me?' in stones or baking cookies that have the ring inside. The gestures don't have to be fancy, just show the love you have for each other.

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How can you know a man that loves you?

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You'll know it if it's in his heart. He'll smile at you and laugh with you, make eye contact with you, talk to you, hug and kiss you, tell you how much he loves you, he'll be there for you and, most importantly, he'll be your best friend.

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I'm in a bit of situation, we're gay and I couldn't find much advice on how to propose in a gay relationship. I get the idea, yet I don't want it look like a proposal to a girl nor a girl to a boy.

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To propose in a clear way that does not seem like it is to an opposite gender, you can avoid whatever you both find feminine. Use his choices to make the most touching proposal for him. Like if he likes cake, make a cake and hide a ring in it. If he likes sports, offer to play a match and when he reaches for his towel, have him see a message embroidered on it asking, 'Will you marry me? Or something witty like 💙Wanna play for life?💙 Or have him wake up to your proposal on a special day like Valentine's Day. As he wakes up, make coffee with 'marry me' sprinkled on it with chocolate.

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