For my money I would take her one morning when the sun is in the sky - for reasons the cognoscenti will comprehend - and take her to la Sainte Chapelle. If she does not go weak at the knees when she climbs the stairs and sees the most fabulous stained glass in the world (now you see why you are best if it's a sunny day). Email Blair Van Horn as he is superb in all such matters - if he says that it is romantic then it is. He may be in Chicago so be patient (Yes, Moderator word has reached me - and I haven't told a soul)

As one who was proposed to on board a DC10 as we were disembarked the pax at the gate after an LAX by Him Indoors on bended kneee in front of everyone. Both us in full uniform. The Purser had moved me to Door 3 to ensure that he would get to me and the Purser announced this over the PA. I burst into tears as we had parted on a bit of a sour note and I really had been afraid that the best thing in my life had been lost. Refuse Him? Well, I've often told him the world was my oyster and I settled for the shell. Viva los Shells say I!

Dear, listen to me, if you asked her to marry you in the Coal Shed - if she loves you she will. Be Happy




Auntie Pucci