I didn’t even have the post-coital bliss (at that particular time…). Still no date.
We got a ring a week or so later. I think I ended up paying for not having the ring at that time, because instead of me getting her something I thought she’d like (for a lot less than her ring ended up costing), she got the ring she wanted:D
Wising you both joy and luck.
What a wonderful Christmas present! Congrats!
Phhht. It’s not as good as my my Chia pet.
Just kidding. Congratulations.
So the secret to staying away from marriage and such is avoiding poultry? Hmmm.
GMRyujin, maybe so! I didn’t tell him what the recipe was (it’s very like another recipe that I have cooked several times in the past.)
I just thought the coincidence was … odd. 
Congratulations, Archergal! Having met you and Robert at our Dopefest over the summer, I already know y’all make a great couple.
But, c’mon - tell the truth. When he asked you to marry him, you didn’t say “Jeezopete!?”
I first read that as you choked the Engagement chicken last week which, understandable so, duly freaked me out.
Anyway… Congrats!
Congratulations!
Well, Robert’s been joking that we should register at the local Bass Pro* shop.
*Outdoor goods, especially hunting and fishing supplies.
Funny I got the same thing for Christmas in 2001!!! We were married two months later in 2002!
I didn’t know how to thank him, so I gave him everything I had.
You know what he gave me for Christmas 2003?
A divorce
Still no ring.
Sorry, just a little bitter.
I hope yours turns out much better than mine…Good Luck!!
Yikes, madline. Sorry for your bad experience. There are never any guarantees. I’ve been with this man for 10 years, but no one knows what will happen in another year or two, or ten.
I hope you have better romantic experiences in the future. Good luck to you!
Thanks Archergal for not biting my head off. I was with him for almost six years. And I am sure I will have more romantic adventures, I already have! But the thought of commitment just scares the bejeses out of me. (Understandably I’m sure)
You sound very sweet and like you have a good head on your shoulders. I’m sure he realizes what a lucky man he is. One day at a time is the way to go. You are right, who knows what can happen? Today this is the happiest day of your life. I am sure there are even more happier days ahead of you.
Enjoy them for every ounce you can get!
madline, no way I’d bite your head off! I’ve had some crappy relationships too, over the years, and I understand the fear of commitment. I never expected to be married, and every day I realize how fortunate I am to be here now, with this man, for however long we can be together.
Very best wishes to you–