Re: Questions on proposing marriage and buying a ring...

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>
> My GF and I have been going together for 6 years, and it's "understood"
that
> we'll be getting married.  I've decided that I'd like to propose to her at
> X-mas time, as a surprise.
>
> Unfortunately, I'm unsure how to go about this, and need some guidance.
>
> 1)  Do I choose the ring myself, ensuring that it is a complete surprise
for
> her when I propose with it at xmas?
>
> 2)  Do I propose to her verbally ahead of time, and buy the ring later?
>
>
> There is a third option, where I can take her "ring shopping", get an idea
> of her tastes, but this removes the element of surprise - If it comes to
> this, I'd much rather take a more direct approach.
>
> Also, how much is a reasonable amount to spend on a ring?   I'm thinking
> $5000-$10000(CDN), but lack perspective on just how much a ring should
cost.
> My girl's not a materialist, but I'd like to give her something above
> average without going over the top.  What is the average expenditure on a
> marriage/engagement ring?
>
> How is marriage proposed, particularly in a situation where it is already
> understood we will marry?    Is it done with a ring in hand, or does the
ring
> come later?
>
> Which is the more important ring, wedding or engagement?  Proportionally,
> how much should be spent on each?
>
>

I wouldn't do a Christmas engaement wither. I had one of those and it kinda
took the backseat/had to share with the holiday. I like the New Years idea,
though/