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Beginner January 2017

Proposal, although we are already married

Jennifer, on August 2, 2016 at 11:52 AM

Posted in Etiquette and Advice 36

My wife and I were married on 1/28/16. We were married by JP, in our dining room, nobody present. We told our closest family and friends after and we did this because of a very unique circumstance. We had "plans" and we're taking the steps toward them. My wife had just sold her house (I'm talking...

My wife and I were married on 1/28/16. We were married by JP, in our dining room, nobody present. We told our closest family and friends after and we did this because of a very unique circumstance. We had "plans" and we're taking the steps toward them. My wife had just sold her house (I'm talking about 1 week prior) to me receiving a very serious medical diagnosis. We were moved in together, but she literally sold everything she owned to join her life with me. I was facing major surgery and my prognosis was undetermined. Her insurance was also much better than mine in the event I needed major surgery and treatment. We made the decision within hours for 2 reasons, first being I needed to make sure my wife had security if I became sick, being she had just sold all her ascents, and two financially, her insurance would cover my treatments and surgery.

Here we are a year later, and we want to renew our vows and I want to give her the proposal she has always wanted. Any thoughts?

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  • Spirit
    VIP October 2016
    Spirit ·
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    Jennifer, the re-proposal at Disney World sounds dreamy... I'm glad you're better and on your way to a good life! You sound like such a sweet couple and I wish you all the best Smiley smile

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  • marryingmyknight
    Super April 2017
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    I think that is incredibly sweet of you! It will be such a special moment together that you can remember forever... you both seem very happy and lucky to have each other!

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  • Alicia
    Super November 2016
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    This post gave me all the feels!!!

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  • Bee
    Master April 2017
    Bee ·
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    Using the word 'again' is perfect! Glad you seem to be doing well!

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  • BlueHenBride
    Master March 2017
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    I'm crying reading your story! What you are planning sounds so special. I also agree that adding "again" will be perfect.

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  • Rachel DellaPorte
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    First of all, my prayers and positive vibes are coming your way, Jennifer. What you're facing, medically speaking, sounds traumatic. I join everyone in this community in wishing you the absolute best outcome and a speedy recovery from your surgery. Our wishes for you, your wife, and your family are ones of happiness and health.

    Now, as far as your proposal -- you can't do it wrong. Whatever you come up with, whether it's a Disney proposal or presenting her ring while the two of you are having dinner at a favorite restaurant, it will be perfect. Your foundation for this proposal is love, and there is nothing more perfect on this imperfect planet than that. I hope it plays out exactly as you've envisioned it.

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  • Ashley
    Expert August 2017
    Ashley ·
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    Wow, that is incredible. That would be the sweetest thing ever if my husband did that for me even though we were already married. No matter how you do it she will treasure that always.

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  • Britny
    VIP February 2017
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    My FH proposed at Disney during the wishes fireworks!! It was amazing and I know yours will be as well! Disney has many photo pass photographers so try to get one of them involved that way you have professional pictures!

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  • Natalie
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    One of my friends got engaged at Disney. Her fiance told one of the caricature artists ahead of time to draw him proposing. It was very sweet! Best of luck to you!

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  • Lauren17
    Master July 2017
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    Very sweet love the idea let us know what you decide !

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  • Lauren
    Devoted December 2016
    Lauren ·
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    This is so sweet! I got goosebumps from reading your story. I think this is a great idea and please share after it's done so we can all celebrate with you!

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  • J
    Beginner January 2017
    Jennifer ·
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    Thank you all again for your positive words and advice. I am OKSmiley smile Had my follow up yesterday and I have a clean bill of health! It has been a worrisome year, but yesterday I was given the reassurance I have been waiting for!!Smiley smile At this very moment, I am on a plane with my wife and kids... Her ring is safe in my carry on bag. We will be visiting with some family and then on Sunday off to Disney we go. I promise I will post a pics upon our return!!! I couldn't have been more grateful for all the support and positive vibes from all of you!!Smiley smile xoxo

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  • J
    Beginner January 2017
    Jennifer ·
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    UPDATE!! I DID IT!! Just as planned, we went to Disney, but I had to wait 9 days into our trip, till we went to Magic Kingdom, to propose!! It drove me nuts and all the while I had to keep that ring hidden! It was actually a riot looking back! The proposal was the scariest moment ever (I give the men a lot of credit!!) I guess I didn't really think about being surrounded by hundreds of people when I was planning this! Ha!! I will try to upload a pic!

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  • J
    Beginner January 2017
    Jennifer ·
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    Here is one pic... Hope it uploads!


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  • J
    Beginner January 2017
    Jennifer ·
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    Here is one pic... Hope it uploads!


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  • J
    Beginner January 2017
    Jennifer ·
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    Another!


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