These days gender stereotypes are out. The “rule” that the man has to get down on one knee doesn‘t apply anymore so if you’re ready for the next step, go for it! The best part about proposing to your honey is there are no rules. You don’t have to wait a million years for him to pop the question, you don’t compete for the best proposal from all your friends, and it just might take the pressure off everyone. Here’s a few things to think about and guidelines to consider for proposing to your man.
Know Your Future Together
The biggest part of any proposal is knowing you’re ready for marriage. Marriage is forever, unless you’re going for a short Hollywood marriage, so make sure both of you are on the same track. Think about why he hasn’t proposed yet. Is he in this for the long haul and just nervous about the perfect proposal or is he going to run out the door at the first mention of a wedding" Have a talk about the future and what you both want for one another. Just because he hasn’t gotten down on one knee with that bling doesn’t mean he doesn’t see a future with you. Many men don’t like having the dreaded talk about labels, but knowing where you are both are when it comes to your future together is the most important thing before that ring hits anyone’s finger.
Decide Which Traditions To Follow
Traditionally the man asks the woman’s father or family for her hand in marriage....