What a lovely challenge!!
OK - it seems to me there are two parts to your challenge here:-
- you want not too much fuss
- you want something special, but no surprises....
So, why not think about what you might both find romantic, and then plan to do this together. For example:-
- what about booking a day trip to Paris and going to the Eifel Tower - with a clear agreement that he will propose to you at the top. Perhaps one of the tourists could take a picture of you there! Then a nice meal for the two of you and back home?
- if you like the outdoors, take a trip to say Snowdonia or the Lake District - climb one of the hills together with the agreement that he'll propose to you on the summit.
- If those kind of ideas don't appeal, what about a trip to see a show, perhaps splashing out on a box, with the agreement that he'll propose to you in the interval?
The idea is that you agree specifically when it will be, and that you make it a memorable occassion that will mean something special to both of you in the years ahead. You can still then have a blessing of you (and your ring) with as much or as little public ceremony as you feel comfortable with.
As for the engagement present - I really don't know what sort of thing (or price) you might have in mind. I guess that you want to find something that will be of value for some time, and will help tie you together as a couple. What about a nice camera, or perhaps a piece of furniture for your new home??
Have lot's of fun!!
Dave
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