Good Boy!

People often wonder how he asked me… and to be honest I can’t remember what exactly was said. All I know is that the moment I saw the ring – everything else in the world went mute.

The symbolism in the diamond was speaking to me and even though I had never been a believer or even a dreamer of this moment – I was overcome by its power just the same.

When it comes to relationships, there’s so much strength that one can draw from the symbolism of a diamond. The diamond has reigned supreme for centuries as the symbol for love, excellence, purification, power, strength, brilliance and unparalleled beauty. For not only are they rare and striking but no tool can cut them and even the fiercest fire will leave a diamond unscathed.

So when someone gives you one – you know they are not messing around. You are wearing the symbol of their unwavering commitment to you as a partner in life and every time you look down at the many sparkles – you see the reflection of their deepest love and spirit.

I flaunt my ring around now and wink to people when I say my fiancé is a “good boy!” Because not only did he tell me in no uncertain terms that I am the Princess but he made sure that both my diamond and the gold holding it were ethically sourced. Then to add one more cherry on top – a percentage of the cost of my ring was earmarked for my favorite nonprofit. Quite the knight-in-Shining-Armor that one…

We understand that the process of choosing your first diamond can be overwhelming, on top of being the biggest of romantic gestures – purchasing a diamond needs to be done conscientiously and there’s a lot more to it than what meets the eye. Buying a diamond online may sound strange but for all these reasons it’s quickly gaining popularity. Websites like Blue Nile really grasp the experience and peace of mind a thoughtful shopper is looking to have.

Sometimes the mere vastness of information that needs to be considered will stop a determined lover dead in their tracks on the path to finding the perfect ring. Blue Nile caters to this customer – the first timers – who may be a little overwhelmed by all the options.

For starters being in the comfort of one’s own home really helps fight the pre-proposal jitters. Then Blue Nile walks you through the necessary education in a fun and user-friendly kind of way. Like the Zappos of diamonds you can then purchase your rings risk free – meaning anything you buy can be shipped back free of charge if you don’t end up liking it in person. So from start to finish you can eliminate unnecessary pressure. Choosing and customizing the perfect engagement ring has never been so easy…