The Actual Proposal

[SERBskywalker23]

So My girlfriend is coming back from her 2 week trip to Europe with her dad, she went to see her grandmother. So I am going to propose to her when she gets off the plane, after she passes customs of course. Now I am not sure if I should just pull her away from everyone and propose or do it right there in front of everyone or even make a little announcement to get everyones attention then do it...What do you guys and gals think???

 

[adillus]

I'd think I'd wait until she has time to get settled in a bit. What you're planning would be perfect in a romantic movie, but might run into trouble in real life.

You'll be excited to see her and very keyed up in anticipation of the proposal. She, on the other hand, will have just spent 2 weeks away from her own bed and the last 12-14 hours on a plane. She'll probably be hungry, tired, and in desperate need of a shower. At least that's how I feel when I get back from a Europe trip. If you pick that moment, her reaction might not be so great. She'll still say yes, if that's how she's going to answer, but it won't be as romantic as it could be at another time & place.

If you're heart's set on asking her in the airport, try find a way of doing it so that you don't catch her completely off guard. I read where one guy proposed to his girlfriend when he was coming back from a trip. First, he gave everyone on the plane a rose. Then as they got off the plane, each person gave his girlfriend their rose and said, "Mark (or whatever his name was) will be right with you." Then he got of the plane last, with a rose and a ring.

Maybe you could do something along those lines (except give roses to the people in baggage claim and hide out for a few minutes). That way she's surprised but not confused. She'll get excited as the people give her the roses, and she'll be keyed up by the time you come out. She won't be forced to go from "Oh God, I'm worn out" to "This is the happiest moment ever!" in the time it takes for you to drop on a knee.

 

[rosebud]

I was thinking of doing the same thing when my girlfriend returned from her 1 month trip to Singapore. This was especially enticing because we actually met in an airport. However, I nixed the idea because she'll be extremely jet-lagged and exhausted after about 24 hours on a plane. Your case isn't as extreme, but I'd be wary.

If you're set on doing this at the airport, I think privacy is a good idea. Would it be possible to go to the observation deck?

 

[carrieq]

I think the answer to this question depends on her personal feelings on a public or private proposal. But...If it were ME...I love the idea of a public proposal. And when your in love...the first person you want to see when you get off that plane is your man! Whatever you do...good luck!

 

[SERBskywalker23]

Well I am still thinking about it, but all this input is great

Now I have something in my head about the whole roses thing...And I do have my heart set on doing it at as soon as I see her, like someone said there will be no greater feeling getting off the plane after not seeing each other for 19 days...I am so excited that I havent been able to sleep the last few days...

 

[JimDiamond]

I know EXACTLY how excited you are. Despite that I was somewhow calm too.

Your girlfriend may be tired when she gets off the plane, but she won't even feel that the minute you work your magic. She will have missed you and you will have missed her and it will be magical.

Just think through all the details so you can make sure it's as special as you can make it. Notice I didn't say you have to plan every second--just think it through from start to finish so you'll be prepared and still have a spontaneous feel.

I wish you the best of luck. I know it will be great--and try to get some sleep!

 

[SERBskywalker23]

Excited doesnt even spell out how I feel, but you are right she might be tired but once I get the ball rolling and go do down on one knee she will not be tired anymore...I cannot wait until 8:50pm tomorrow...

 

[fire&ice]

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On 7/11/2004 8:01:37 PM SERBskywalker23 wrote:

Excited doesnt even spell out how I feel, but you are right she might be tired but once I get the ball rolling and go do down on one knee she will not be tired anymore...I cannot wait until 8:50pm tomorrow...

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Yep, Good luck! Did you see the movie Love Actually. Like in the movie, an airport terminal is a very emotional place.

 

[carrieq]

I agree....once you get the ball rolling (in addition to not seeing her for so long) she will be too excited to be tired. I saw the airplane and rose surprise on tv too and thought it was so sweet. But don't feel pressured to do the same...do what works for you. One possible suggestion...hold a sign saying "the love of my life" (you know instead of a name). If you want to do the rose thing...bring a picture with you so that you can show whomever you want at the airport to hand her a rose what she looks like. Is there anyway you can get in touch with the family that will be getting off the plane with her before tomorrow evening...that way you can let them in so they can give you a little bit of space to propose (of course, that's only if YOU want them to know ahead of time as well).

I'm so excited for you. Good luck!

 

[glitterata]

Just a note of caution: in this age of terror, I'd hesitate to involve strangers in a plan at an airport. You don't want the authorities confiscating the roses or worse.

I love the idea of the "Love of my Life" sign, though.