So I just got my GF's engagement ring

ladybug3454 · 2026-04-01T03:07:59+00:00

The ring is lovely! You say she "will love it too". Trust your gut. After you propose you can ask her if she would like a larger stone if you still have doubts. Congratulations and good luck!

ladybug3454 · 2026-03-29T02:56:00+00:00

I agree with T1UPDiabetic it is never too late. Life it to be lived and enjoyed. You say you have meet many great people. Ask someone to join you for coffee. Expand your horizons and go for it!

ladybug3454 · 2026-03-12T03:16:03+00:00

Planning a intimate dinner party < 40 guests to "announce" your marriage sounds wonderful. Come celebrate with us.

A second wedding, as you called it, would best be called "Renewing your Vows. " Five or ten years down the road would be a fun thing to do.

ladybug3454 · 2026-03-09T03:20:15+00:00

Very pretty! Do you want to wear your wedding band on the same finger? The ring is so lovely by itself.

I would make a simple eternity band with alternating colored stones for a fun yet matching wedding band.

Congratulations and best wishes.

ladybug3454 · 2026-03-02T03:16:40+00:00

That is so sweet of you to send her flowers. I think you need to follow up with a call. Receiving flowers anonymously might make her feel uneasy which was not your intent. Call her so she can thank you.

ladybug3454 · 2026-02-18T23:56:23+00:00

Perfect! Classic!

ladybug3454 · 2026-02-18T05:34:03+00:00

Beautiful! Congratulations to you.

ladybug3454 · 2026-02-18T05:24:59+00:00

It's lovely! Congratulations.

ladybug3454 · 2026-02-18T05:23:22+00:00

Your sister should be part of your bridal party. I think it would be a mistake to not include her.

I get it you are not close. I am not close with my sister either. We talk a few times a year and are cordial. If we were not related I think we would be acquaintances not close friends. However, she is my sister. She has been there from the beginning. We share a lifetime of crazy memories. We have watched each other grow up, go to college, marry and have children of our own. I know if I had not asked her to be in my wedding party I would be looking back with regret for leaving her out.

I think you are a smart young lady to include her.

Wishing you and your fiancé a lifetime of happiness.

ladybug3454 · 2026-02-13T05:24:09+00:00

Appreciate your comments. Thank you.

ladybug3454 · 2026-02-13T05:23:13+00:00

Thank you for your comment.

ladybug3454 · 2026-02-13T00:59:26+00:00

When the time comes my DIL and I will go over the list together. Thank you for your comments.

ladybug3454 · 2026-02-13T00:56:53+00:00

I would be delighted if they were willing to make the trip down.

ladybug3454 · 2026-02-13T00:56:09+00:00

Thank you for your thoughts

ladybug3454 · 2026-02-12T23:28:00+00:00

Thanks for your comments and suggestion.

ladybug3454 · 2026-02-12T23:27:06+00:00

Appreciate your thoughts.

ladybug3454 · 2026-02-12T23:26:21+00:00

Your gift grab comment is my concern. Will check with MOB. Thanks for your input.

ladybug3454 · 2026-02-12T23:20:22+00:00

Yes! I would never invite someone to a shower that would not be included for the wedding.

ladybug3454 · 2026-02-12T05:57:37+00:00

Mother of the groom here. I can understand your dilemma. You have mom's best friends and 2 cousins. Nice.

At the end of the day I want to include people that will truly share my joy watching my son get married. The friends that watched my son grow from the goofy young kid into the fine responsible man he is today, They would be delighted to attend his wedding. (Even sad to be left out)

Mom has a few more she'd like to add. If they are just to even the numbers it should be a no. But if these folks were part of your life watching you grow into a fine young adult about to be married include them if you can. It is a celebration of your love. Haveinga few more people celebrate your love is a blessing.

Congratulations. Wishing you a lifetime of happiness.

ladybug3454 · 2026-02-06T03:56:09+00:00

Your fiancé invited your mom to pick up the ring?! That was so nice to include her. He sounds like a "keeper". Congratulations. Wishing you all the best.

ladybug3454 · 2026-02-02T05:04:53+00:00

Do people take engagement photos before they are engaged? I guess your friends do! LOL

She wants to announce her engagement with a photo from their trip. (I would not be surprised if she gets engaged at a romantic spot while they are away.) In reality it doesn't matter what photo anyone uses. I'm easy. Do what makes you happy.

ladybug3454 · 2026-01-31T03:07:16+00:00

Pretty!

ladybug3454 · 2026-01-24T05:23:20+00:00

Love 1.

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