From the Heart
Proposal stories from our readers

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Lucas and Skye

Love and Rock ‘n’ Roll
The openly transgender lead singer of alt-rock band, The Cliks, asks his girlfriend to marry him in front of a crowd of 5,000 roaring fans at Toronto Pride.

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Steven and Joe

You Light Up My Life
Returning to the spot of their very first date, Steven treats Joe to an unforgettable surprise, complete with fireworks.

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Britt and Brandon

Britt and Brandon


Forever Can Never be Long Enough for Me

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Jessica and Aleisha
Jessica and Aleisha

Treasure Hunting Hearts
While on a geocache excursion, this couple found the prize of their dreams.

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Katie and Dese'Rae
Katie and Dese’Rae

Past Meets Present
Classmates reunite online, fall in love and even recycle a love song—you know, the classic girl-meets-girl love story

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Kevin and Adrian
Kevin and Adrian

After waiting for New York to legally recognize gay marriage, these gents will wed on their 20th anniversary.

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Dacey and Jess
Dacey and Jess

With a Little Help From Our Friends
An entourage of friends help create a scavenger hunt that leads to happily ever after.

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Alanna and Misty
Alanna and Misty

The Blessed Proposal
This couple makes sure to include a deceased parent in their heartfelt proposal story.

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Lashawn and Denita
Lashawn and Denita

With This Ring…
A casual trip to a jewelry store reveals much more than expected.

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Lucy and Mindi
Lucy and Mindi

Cruising Together
This proposal story is filled with waves of romance.

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Jojo and Melissa
Jojo and Melissa

Birthday Wish
A special speech disguises a gifted proposal

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Courtney and Katie

Actions Speak Louder than Words
Two women realize a proposal doesn’t have to involve a long speech

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to Pop the Question

A roundup of romantic places to bring up the big day with the love of your life »

Shell and Ashley
Shell and Ashley

A Provincetown Proposal
Ocean breezes inspire this witty woman to pop the question with a kiss

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Andrea and Maggie
Andrea and Maggie

Sharing Secrets
A couple’s passion for Post Secrets helps set the stage for a proposal

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Laura and Rose
Laura and Rose

Puppy Love
Enlisting the help of a friendly pal helped this proposal come to life

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Jason and Michael
Jason and Michael

Everything’s Coming up Roses
After a long courtship, the big question is popped

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Riann and Alyssa
Riann and Alyssa

A Game of Catch
Friends and family gather for a playful proposal

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Jonathan and Gregory
Jonathan and Gregory

Stand by Your Man
An emotional journey infuses a relationship with courage and even more love

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Alison and Irene
Alison and Irene

Home Sweet Home
A cozy proposal keeps things private and unexpected

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Tabi and Jessica
Tabi and Jessica

Message in a Bottle
One Floridian couple gets a redo on love

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Kate and Nicole
Kate and Nicole

Sugar Fix
A sweet proposal at teatime

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Kirsten and Kelly
Kirsten and Kelly

Light My Fire
A sweet backyard proposal gets heated

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Brittney and Kara

Restaurant Ruse
A birthday dinner cover kept this bride-to-be in the dark from her girlfriend’s proposal plans

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Derek and Matthew

It Takes Two to Tango
A sultry Buenos Aires proposal

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