You know that your significant other is the one you want to spend the rest of your life with and you've decided to propose. Congratulations! This is an exciting and poignant time in your life. You are approaching a milestone. But, now that you've decided to pop the question, how do you do it in a special and meaningful way? Should you make it private or public? Should you make it surprising and extravagant or keep it low-key? And what about the ring?

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Your wedding is one of the most important days of your lives, and of course you want it to be special. The more time you have to plan for your wedding the more finer details can be added, but if you want to be married quickly, some of the extras may need to be left out. There are six basic areas to cover; all of which are important to you and your guests enjoying the day.

Once you have the date set, create a budget. Sit down with whoever is paying for your wedding day and have an honest,...