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writes:I can't decide which of the two events I should use to propose to my girl friend. I originally planned to propose to her on valentine's day in the same Italian restaurant we had our first date. I have the ring and I have made arrangement at the restaurant. Now we are going to Paris for a long weekend in 2 weeks time and I am thinking it is a better place to propose. We know we want to be together but she has no idea of when I will propose. Either of the two will be a big suprise, but which one is better, more romantic? The more opinions I get from male and female, the better for me to decide. Thank you all. Reply to this Question
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reader, anonymous, writes (13 January 2009): i just googled the topic and found this discussion. i too am planning to propose in paris this valentine's day and am wondering if its the right move. the trip is a surprise. she's expecting that i'll propose soon but doesn't know when (the suspense is killing her). she thinks we're going to nyc that weekend to visit friends of mine so the surprise will be over when we check-in for our flight to paris. i'm not that concerned with the place for the proposal as being in paris will be enough. its her favorite city (she lived there before). i'd love to hear from the ladies, however, about anything i should do to make this even more special. thanks and sorry to co-op the original poster's question
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reader, anonymous, writes (3 February 2008): Thank you all. I did it on the top of Eiffel Tower in Paris. It was totally unexpected. It was great. Thank you all for your great advice x
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reader, shadowcat  +, writes (21 January 2008):
 Hmmm....
I would probably pick Paris. Look for a spot near Notre Dame Cathedral (I believe there is a walking path there) and buy yourself a nice hot chocolate. Hide the ring in the whipped cream and ask her to stir it with a spoon. When she finds it, celebrate all evening long if she accepts!! (Think of a night of dancing and roses... real champagne...and a really nice hotel. Romance her... she is your new bride...this is a once in a lifetime event!)
As for the Italian restaurant, in your shoes, ducky, I'd send out invitations to friends and family and announce your engagement there instead. She'll get to show off her ring and you'll get the pleasure of being congratulated by all near and dear...don't be afraid of doing any of this and be bold! As they say in France, vive l'amour!
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reader, anonymous, writes (18 January 2008): I'd go for Paris even though the resturant is a lovely thoughtful gestur. Being proposed to in paris is ever girls dream, my husband proposed to me at the top of the eiffel tower. he booked it for an hour and we sat right at the top it was so romantic. Good luck and all my love ...x
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reader, always.you +, writes (14 January 2008):
 defiantly paris thats everygirls dream!
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reader, anonymous, writes (13 January 2008): I don't recommend proposing on Valentine's day. It's already an established holiday. A proposal is an entirely new reason to celebrate year after year. So....pick a unique day and create your own holiday. Also....if the relationship ever goes sour....you don't have to be reminded of it for the rest of your life.
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reader, musicfrk15 +, writes (13 January 2008):
 i agree with everything that the anonymous person said. She may be expecting it on valentine's therefore, you might want to think more about Paris; both are great ideas though.hope i could help and congrats!!
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reader, anonymous, writes (13 January 2008): I think you should do it in Paris, cause it would just be so much more exciting and will show her that you are always thinking of something new and exciting. Even though the valentines day restaurant scenario would be so magical too, but the Paris thing is something both of you have never experienced. So it would be a sign of growth, new experiences and new things to come. BUT if she is a really sentimental type of girl who likes tradition and the like, then maybe she would prefer valentines day at the restaurant you both met at. And CONGRATULATIONS!!
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reader, anonymous, writes (13 January 2008): Just my tuppence worth... she might be expecting a proposal on Valentine's so the Paris trip would be more of a surprise! And you can still have the romantic meal at the restaurant to celebrate when you come back
Good luck and congratulations!!
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