A PROPOSAL ON PUZZLE BEACH
a marriage proposal idea

Colleen and Zack have been dating for almost three years now and are very happy together. The two are perfect for each other because though the couple likes going out, they both also enjoy nights when they can just hang out at home. In light of that, Zack though It would be a good idea to buy a large puzzle that the two could work together when they're sitting at home.

So that Saturday, Zack brought over a large 1500 piece puzzle and the couple started working on it over drinks and fun conversation. The couple continued this routine on and off over the month and the picture finally starting to take form as a beach sunset.

One Sunday evening, the couple decided they were finally going to finish the puzzle. Just as the two had set out to do, they used all the puzzle pieces set on the table. Unfortunately, a few pieces of the puzzle's center were missing. The two looked around for a bit, and Zack found the remaining six pieces (He pulled them from his pocket). Zack told Colleen to go ahead and put in the remaining pieces. As she did, Colleen's face lit up as she began to understand.

Putting the final pieces in place revealed a small, simple inscription; Colleen, will you marry me? As she looked up at Henry, he began to speak "Colleen, in my life I have never met anyone who fits so perfectly with me as you. You are my human puzzle piece, and if I end up a deaf, boring old man who does nothing but puzzles all day, that would be enough to keep me happy for the rest of my life as long as it was with you. Colleen, will you marry me?" speechless, Colleen slowly nodded and then softly said "yes."

The couple was married six month later, but the puzzle proposal was only half the fun. Because the backdrop of the puzzle was not just any beach, but one of Anguilla's most regarded beaches which the couple had always planned on visiting. So in memory of the day Zack proposed, the couple honeymooned on the same beach she had been proposed to on in her living room just six month earlier... just as Zack had planned.

What You Need For This Marriage Proposal

Engagement Ring
Personalized Jigsaw Puzzle
Picture of Destination (Choose a backdrop of a destination you and your girlfriend have always wanted to visit. Honeymooning in the same location will not only be exciting, but adds a nice touch to this romantic marriage proposal.)

How To Re-create This Marriage Proposal

**Note: It is not necessary to follow all the directions as stated and are only explained as such for ease of use. Alterations to, or inspirations from, any romantic ideas are very welcome and encouraged.

1. First you need to make your personalized picture. Do so by first getting a picture of the desired location (off the internet would be perfect) and copy it onto paint. Then type in "Will You Marry Me" into the center of the picture and save the file (Use pretty lettering if desired). Go to jigsaw2order.com, choose desired puzzle dimension, and then select I will upload my image file NOW. Click browse to select the picture you just created, and then select start upload. Lastly, make the purchase.

2. Next, once you have received the puzzle, take out any pieces that have your marriage proposal message on them and keep them.

3. Take the puzzle to her home, or invite her over, and begin working on the puzzle. Repeat the process as many times as necessary until the puzzle is complete. NOTE: You should keep the puzzle pieces and the engagement ring with you at all times, this way if the puzzle is completed sooner than expected you're still prepared!

4. Once all the pieces have been use, start acting! Pretend to search for the missing pieces and, when she isn't looking, take them out of your pocket and "find them."

5. Now the big moment, let her put in the last pieces and hold your breath!

6. A well prepared speech adds a nice touch. If you want, come up with a few original lines "from the heart."

* Don't forget about the honeymoon!

Tips To Personalize This Marriage Proposal

No destination coming to mind? No worries, have a backdrop of you and you belle together is just as creative.
Or, have a cartoon picture of you holding a sign. Let the last pieces be the sign revealing your marriage proposal!
Got your own romantic plans? Great! Run with it and make your romantic idea a reality.

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