Imagine planning a surprise proposal for months, only to have it spoiled by your future mother-in-law! This is the story of a 24-year-old man, let’s call him ‘The Romantic Planner’, who had meticulously planned for the perfect proposal to his college sweetheart. But when the future mother-in-law couldn’t keep the secret, the surprise was ruined, and the drama unfolded.
The Romantic Planner’s Big Idea
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The Ring Reveal
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The Spoiler Alert!
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The Ruined Surprise
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The Confrontation
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The Girlfriend’s Verdict ️
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The Mother-in-Law’s Defense ️
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The Uninvited Guest
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The New Plan
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The Final Word
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The Surprise, The Spoiler, and The Stubbornness: A Proposal Drama!
In a twist of events, The Romantic Planner’s dream proposal turned into a family drama when his future mother-in-law spilled the beans. The surprise proposal was ruined, causing his girlfriend to be upset and disappointed. The mother-in-law faced the music when the couple decided to exclude her from the engagement party, leading to a heated confrontation. Now, the couple is planning a New Year’s Eve proposal, hoping this time, the secret stays safe. Will the future mother-in-law mend her ways, or will the drama continue? Let’s see what the internet has to say about this…
Solo proposal with a friend for the win!
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“NTA. MIL ruined proposal surprise. Consider gf’s feelings & future issues.”
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MIL ruins proposal plan. NTA, she’s to blame.
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NTA. MIL spilled the beans, now you must adapt or accept.
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NTA: Mom’s betrayal ruins proposal surprise. Privilege, not right.
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Early signs of in-law drama. Gotta handle it wisely!
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Engaging comment: Future mother-in-law excluded from proposal plan. Surprise vs luxury!
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Surprise proposal ruined by MIL’s blabbing, causing disappointment and stress.
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Future MIL ruins proposal plan, girlfriend takes her side.
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“Touring” the engagement ring backfires, future MIL spills the beans!
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Lesson learned: Keep proposals private to avoid meddling future in-laws!
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Reconsider the proposal because GF’s mom ruined your joy
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ESH: Trusting the mother-in-law backfired, resulting in a disastrous proposal!
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Lesson learned: Include MIL in proposal without revealing the plan!
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NTA for being upset about ruined proposal surprise. MIL is TA. Plan a new surprise and keep MIL on an information diet. Consider what’s more important to your GF: proposal in front of family or being surprised. My husband’s fake proposals kept me guessing!
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“You’re fake” comment is confusing. NTA, explain ruined surprise to girlfriend.
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MiL ruins surprise proposal, but love conquers all
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NTA: MIL can’t keep a secret, ruins proposal surprise. Dress doesn’t matter.
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Honesty is key for a successful relationship!
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MIL ruins proposal, OP advises keeping her in the dark
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YTA: Proposal plans ruined! Lesson learned – keep surprises secret!
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Last person in town sees engagement ring!
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Engaging: Getting too many people involved in a proposal? Soft YTA!
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Sexist proposal plan ruined by meddling future mother-in-law. ESH!
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Future mother-in-law ruins proposal plan. NTA, she’s the a**hole!
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MIL ruins proposal, GF takes her side. Communication needed ASAP!
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Engaging comment: Is the surprise really necessary for the proposal?
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Mom ruins proposal surprise. NTA, daughter deserves better.
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Traditional proposal etiquette: ask parents for blessing, not man
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Tradition or not, Op did what the girlfriend asked
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Not the a**hole. Intriguing story behind this comment.
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Cautionary tale: Think twice before revealing proposal plans
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Future MIL’s actions prompt a discussion on in-law management.
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Careful planning needed to avoid angering future in-laws
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Give MIL the benefit of the doubt, avoid future conflicts.
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NTA, glad you and your gf reached an agreement!
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NTA: Consequences of actions revealed!
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Future MIL’s silence is a blessing!
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Last Updated on October 12, 2023 by Diply Social Team