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To wonder why I didn’t get engaged this weekend?

556 replies

icecreamgirl94 · 27/12/2021 19:12

(Lighthearted because knowing me I’ve probably got totally the wrong end of the stick)
Last week I stumbled across a ring box hidden away (I honestly wasn’t snooping I just accidentally found it while putting something away). Obviously I didn’t say anything. But now we’ve had Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day and no proposal.
I’m just baffled generally tbh as we’re not that type of couple, we’ve always said when we want to get married we’ll just start planning it together. We’ve had quite an up and down year with covid obviously and DP got ill in the summer, but we also had our first successful pregnancy so I thought maybe he’d decided to make a big gesture. But nothing.
Has he changed his mind? 😂
Was it not actually for me? 😂
It’s so silly I just keep laughing at myself. What’s going on?? 😂😂

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OrlandointheWilderness · 29/12/2021 13:42

Oh massive congratulations OP! That is so so lovely. Beautiful ring too, exactly the type I'd like... 😂

Mandyjack · 29/12/2021 13:53

@Aderyn21

I don't believe this thread is real on the grounds that no woman I've ever met would have found that box and not looked in it!
Totally agree
skellingtonboot · 29/12/2021 14:03

@saleorbouy

Wait, don't spoil his plans and just be patient.
Be patient for what? Wait for what?

Have you actually read the thread?

HumourReplacementTherapy · 29/12/2021 14:14

Aww 🥰
Huge congratulations @icecreamgirl94
The 💍 is a stunner!
Have a lovely NY flashing it about 😊

Americano75 · 29/12/2021 14:20

Ah, congratulations! Beautiful ring and your husband to be sounds like a lovely man.

almondfinger · 29/12/2021 14:22

Congratulations. Lovely proposal story.

Lysianthus · 29/12/2021 14:26

OP I have been v invested and I’m thrilled for you 🥂🍾🎉

Doomscrolling · 29/12/2021 14:54

I'm very chuffed for you - wishing you both every happiness!

spiderlight · 29/12/2021 14:58

Congratulations!! Beautiful ring!

Crazynanny · 29/12/2021 16:18

So happy for you, have loved reading the story. Congratulations to you both 🥂🥂

Crystalvas · 29/12/2021 16:22

Congratulations 🥳💍🥂🍾 Delighted for you both.

ivegotthisyeah · 29/12/2021 16:26

Ooohhhh I love this!!! Massive congratulations to you both xx

Essexmate · 29/12/2021 17:27

Congratulations op! Beautiful ring! I’m glad DP did not leave us waiting 😂 I loved planning my wedding, I hope you have the same enjoyment!

SameToo · 29/12/2021 18:12

Congratulations! Wonderful story

notoldjustpastyoung · 29/12/2021 18:34

I think you're heading towards spoiling a big surprise when you're not expecting it. You shouldn't have found it so let it lie till he decides.

ChazsBrilliantAttitude · 29/12/2021 18:45

@notoldjustpastyoung

I think you're heading towards spoiling a big surprise when you're not expecting it. You shouldn't have found it so let it lie till he decides.
You need to read the thread
icecreamgirl94 · 29/12/2021 18:50

Thank you so much again for all the messages guys, it’s so heartwarming 🥰 I’ve only been on this site about a year and it’s been bloody brilliant and got me through various ups and downs so thank you so much brilliant ladies!
Excited to start the wedding planning now, think we’ll be looking at August next year or 2023 depending on availability. You’re all invited of course! 😂

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ironorchids · 29/12/2021 19:00

@icecreamgirl94

Finally! 😂😂🥰🥰 You guys have properly cracked me up on here! 😂 I was expecting a few laughs at my expense but not so much interest so thank you for so much entertainment 😂 Glad the wait’s over, I don’t think anyone could’ve held on until NYE! 😬
Omg congratulations!!! I haven't checked this thread for a day or two and look what happens Grin

Fantastic news, for you!! and all of us GrinGrin!!!

starynight21 · 29/12/2021 19:39

Congratulations!

Alcemeg · 29/12/2021 19:55

Having given my heartfelt congratulations to OP earlier, and feeling thrilled for her, I just want to say sorry to @BorisKilledMyHusband. If Boris, or anyone, had killed my husband I'd want to say so, on any thread. Sorry it went wonky on this one but just wanted to send you lots of love and a massive hug. Wishing you much brighter fortune in 2022 and in the years to come. Xxxxxx

Squishable · 29/12/2021 20:00

Congratulations It’s so nice to read this kind of thread at the start of a new year ❤️ xxx

justaweeone · 29/12/2021 20:59

🎉💕

ShinyHappyPeopleHoldingHaands · 29/12/2021 21:15

Aw how nice to pop back to the thread and see this! Congratulations OP xx

SmellyOldPartridgeinaPearTree · 29/12/2021 21:38

Congratulations OP! Show us your ring!

DukeofEarlGrey · 29/12/2021 21:43

Congrats OP, great news!!

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