| Does the size of the ring matter ?
Posted: 1/7/2009 11:32:00 AM | | I'm glad this forum came back around and jogged a memory for me. For some reason I was thinking about a friend the other day who when they got engaged 20+ years ago, her fiance' went on a diamond dig and found the loose diamond he wanted her to have. He took the time to not only do this but to take it to a jeweler for cutting and mounting all of which he was involved with from start to finish. If a man did this for me I wouldn't care if it were 2 carats or a flake, it would be the most special gem in the whole wide world and one I'd never remove from my finger or wish for a different one. As far as I know they have a rock solid marriage and they have four beautiful children. | |
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| Does the size of the ring matter ?
Posted: 1/11/2009 12:24:52 AM | Ladylooking... I agree! A well-made personally dug and processed ring or stone would have a special bond no purchased investment ever could. Remember in "The Fountainhead," how Rearden had a ring made for his wife out of his new alloy, which would revolutionize the world, and let her keep the very first sample with her on her hand forever? I liked that. Lots.
I'm always rolling my eyes when someone hand-makes something special, such as a card full of special photos designed and printed lovingly - which is received with a groan and "What - too cheap to buy me a card?"
At least my friends understand that when I make them a special origami, it's a serious effort. Would they still feel that way if I hadn't sold origami models for cash, too?
Mind you, there were those atomic scientists who gave their ladies rings of "Trinitite," the fused radioactive sand from the Trinity A-tests. Which were radioactive and deadly, though they didn't know it at the time....
ED BEAR | |
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| Does the size of the ring matter ?
Posted: 8/6/2009 4:35:07 PM | How about a smaller stone and a honeymoon trip to the Azores instead of to Disneyland? Or a smaller stone but paying to put her kid by a previous marriage through college? :o)
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| Does the size of the ring matter ?
Posted: 8/23/2009 1:07:35 PM | | My nephew recently became engaged, and spent the big bucks for a custom cut 2 carat diamond ring for his fiance. I have not seen it yet, but am assuming that it is quite beautiful. She is a very pretty young woman who seems to care deeply for him, although I am a bit concerned if she put demands on him as far as the size and price of the engagement ring that she deemed acceptable. | |
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| Does the size of the ring matter ?
Posted: 8/23/2009 1:21:34 PM | Well.... I dont care what shite people will throw on me but yes it matters.
I rather wait 5 years to get married and get the best wedding ring ever. I dont want to look like a trashned when married.
Call it love call it whatever you want, I know myself, if anyone, how I would feel about the person. | |
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| Does the size of the ring matter ?
Posted: 8/23/2009 4:27:26 PM | Go rent Blood Diamond and watch the movie together before you buy one, particularly new.
Just a thought.
The size of the gemstone or where purchased has absolutely no bearing
on the endurance of a marriage. TRUTH. | |
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| Does the size of the ring matter ?
Posted: 8/23/2009 4:30:59 PM | It only matters as long as you understand it is a symbol only. The bigger is not the better.
Think about adding some other stones such as yours and his birth stones. | |
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| Does the size of the ring matter ?
Posted: 8/23/2009 4:36:27 PM | | its not the size but the cut and clarity howeter it really depends on what type of ring she wants. 3 carats usually comes up as a nice size ring. You can probably get cheaper rings with better designs in other countries like turkey | |
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| Does the size of the ring matter ?
Posted: 8/24/2009 12:15:47 AM | I work hard to live a conscious life. I put my very best effort into every single thing I do, most especially when it comes to people I love. There is part of me in every task... When I'm working, I keep in mind that I'm earing those dollars to help our family have the best quality of life possible. When I'm making a meal, I keep in mind that I'm nourishing the bodies of those I hold most dear...this is why I plan our menus carefully so our health is optimized, and prepare each dish patiently, never shortcutting or skimping... if anyone on earth is worth going the extra mile for, it's those who share my life. Sometimes, at the end of a very long day, I respond to my partner's sexual advances, when my first preference would be to sleep.... just because I know it's his way of feeling closer to me, and I'm thrilled that he's reaching out like that for me.... I'm always glad I did too, because lying together in that afterglow is something that just never gets old.... when I'm shopping for something for my partner, I first budget a reasonable amount of money to spend on the item, if anything, leaning towards the side of generosity). Then I search long and hard to select and item I know will be meanigful, and accurately reflect my sentiments towards that person. I typically spend a great deal of time making sure I'm getting the highest quality possible withing my predetermined range, and that I'm getting the best possible value for my money. I do these things because at the end of the day, whoever I share my most intimate connections with, the feelings we share, the memories we are creating, are the things that give the most joy and meaning to my life.
I serve an acceptable, appetizing meal every day, on clean dishes, but on the holidays, I prepare a huge feast, and get out the good china... I try to look my best every day, but on days when I know there's something special going on, I get my hair done, and wear my favorite outfit, and 'those' shoes.... I give the best I have to give every day, but on those special days, I go above and beyond, to make sure my loved ones feel spoiled and special.... to make sure they know they are worth it to me. As for "The Ring" I wouldn't want some gawdy monstrosity... but considering what it symbolizes, I would certainly hope my partner would bring his very best, as am I. | |
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| Does the size of the ring matter ?
Posted: 8/24/2009 1:01:25 AM | I have always loved the classic yellow gold ring with a small but elegant and sparkly diamond. My hand does not need to be weighed down, and with the money saved from the ring, the honeymoon could last two weeks longer!  | |
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| Does the size of the ring matter ?
Posted: 8/24/2009 1:12:04 AM | I'm pretty sure, although some won't tell you, the ring is by the most concern when we get married.
It shows the woman you are marrying, she is one lady who certainly deserves it!
and (a big one too)
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| Does the size of the ring matter ?
Posted: 8/24/2009 1:19:20 AM | Right now I have a little over 6 karats of VS1 quality diamonds in a ballerina setting. Doesn't mean jack shit now, because I don't love the man who gave it to me anymore. He was a diamond importer and had it custom made. When we parted I tried to give it back, but he refused. Yes, the ring is worth a fortune and my daughter will inherit it one day. But a nice smaller ring from a man who loves me and I love is worth much more than the one I have on. As long as there is thought and love behind it, that's al that matters.
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| Does the size of the ring matter ?
Posted: 8/24/2009 8:07:53 AM | | i don't really know or care. chicks wear diamonds and men wear gold. when the time comes, i will probably just ask my friend, who is female, to help me pick one out. | |
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| Does the size of the ring matter ?
Posted: 8/24/2009 11:21:01 AM | Mikezt is correct!
I believe that the stone should be of good quality, clarity, and at least the cut she prefers/loves.
That way your money is spent wisely. Because those diamonds of quality increase in value through the years- as does your love. After you both are on a better position(-no joke intended!), then you might think about anniversary bands with her birthstone, your birthstone and the childrens- if any, with the diamond size that says " I Love You All the More.
then you might suggest that you renew your vows to eachother and a small contingent of family and true friends in attendance.
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| Does the size of the ring matter ?
Posted: 8/24/2009 9:01:53 PM | | For real, diamonds have no useful purpose other that cutting things. Get a ring out of the bubble gum machine . | |
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