One of the eagerly anticipated and momentous events in the life of a couple is the moment when the boyfriend asks for his girlfriend's hand in marriage, seeking permission to be together for a lifetime.
Men have various approaches for this, some resort to pranks, others plan genuine surprises, and some keep it casual yet romantic.
However, a common scene in these moments involves the man kneeling in front of the woman, presenting a red ring box, unveiling the engagement ring, and asking the question, "Will you marry me?"
But how would you feel if you discovered that the engagement ring, typically considered expensive, costs less than 500 pesos and was bought from an online shop? Would you still proceed with the wedding?
A Facebook post circulating on social media, shared by a Facebook page, has garnered reactions from netizens. The post revolves around an anonymous sender seeking advice from the online community.
According to the shared screenshot, the anonymous sender discovered that the engagement ring given by her fiancé has a value of only Php 299. This revelation came to light when she checked the price of the ring on an online shopping app.
It was mentioned that the woman's boyfriend has been her partner for eight years.
It can be read, “Please hide my identity po.”
“My bf of 8 years just proposed to me. But nagiguilty ako kasi, I am upset due to the fact na the engagement ring only cost 299.”
“Ganito lang ba kababa yung halaga ko sa kaniya na hindi man lang niya pinag-ipunan pambili ng ring? Or hindi ko ba dapat i-big deal? Am I too immature to feel this way?”
“Hindi nya alam na nakita ko yung ring binili nya sa shoppee. Ignore ko nlang ba tong na fefeel ko? Or should I confront him, kaso ayoko din nman masira yung moment (sad face emoji).”
This elicited various reactions and comments from netizens.
Others suggested that perhaps the guy is preparing for their wedding and future, emphasizing that the more important aspect is the preparation for a meaningful and stable life together.
They questioned the significance of an expensive engagement ring if it leads to financial struggles during the wedding ceremony or if the couple ends up buried in debt.
“Engagement ring doesn’t measure sa taas ng antas mo sa buhay. Baka hindi lang talaga niya afford bumili ng Engagement ring para sa’yo. I am married for 36 yrs now . Kahit isa dyan wala akong natanggap. Engagement ring man o wedding ring nor Big wedding ceremony. Registered lang kami. I put up with all those dreams that most of us women dreamed of. Just be practical. Ang importante may sariling tahanan, stable income, mahal ka at niri – respeto.”
“It doesn't matter how expensive or how valuable, what matters most is his loyalty, sincerity and love. Nowadays some men are not content and cannot be trusted either.”
“Wala sa engagement ring yan, he’s practical iniipon nia ang pera nia para sa kasal ninyo bec he loves u. Be content and appreciative.”
On the other hand, some netizens held a different perspective on the matter. They argued that the value of the engagement ring is indicative of the man's financial stability and his capability to support and build a family.
Their advice to the anonymous sender was to inquire about her future spouse's savings for their wedding and what plans he has for their life together after marriage.
“Sasabihin ng mga tao, nag-iipon sa kasal. Eh paano kung wala ring ipon sa kasal? Dito mo kasi malalaman kung kaya kang buhayin o hindi. Baka mamaya sakit lang sa ulo at ang ending sa iyo lang aasa.”
“Well, madaling sabihing hindi mahalaga ang engagement ring. Pero kung ako si ate girl, mapapaisip din ako sa financial stability ng guy. Kaya ba ako buhayin nito bilang asawa, lalo na kung may sarili na kaming pamilya?”
“Uy ha magandang pag-usapan ‘yan. Baka indication din na hindi afford ng guy na buhayin ka, kaya puwede ka ring mag-isip-isip.”
“Naku baka walang pera si Kuya! So dapat Ate, mag-isip ka rin kung puwede na ba kayong magpakasal, kaysa naman pag-awayan pa ninyo ang pera kapag nagsasama na kayo sa iisang bubong. Tandaan, isa sa mga ugat ng away ng mag-asawa ay financial issues.”
What are your thoughts about this issue?
— Noel Ed Richards, The Summit Express
Men have various approaches for this, some resort to pranks, others plan genuine surprises, and some keep it casual yet romantic.
However, a common scene in these moments involves the man kneeling in front of the woman, presenting a red ring box, unveiling the engagement ring, and asking the question, "Will you marry me?"
But how would you feel if you discovered that the engagement ring, typically considered expensive, costs less than 500 pesos and was bought from an online shop? Would you still proceed with the wedding?
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| Photo courtesy: Freepik/Canva Pro/Screenshot from Facebook via Hugot ni Juan |
A Facebook post circulating on social media, shared by a Facebook page, has garnered reactions from netizens. The post revolves around an anonymous sender seeking advice from the online community.
According to the shared screenshot, the anonymous sender discovered that the engagement ring given by her fiancé has a value of only Php 299. This revelation came to light when she checked the price of the ring on an online shopping app.
It was mentioned that the woman's boyfriend has been her partner for eight years.
It can be read, “Please hide my identity po.”
“My bf of 8 years just proposed to me. But nagiguilty ako kasi, I am upset due to the fact na the engagement ring only cost 299.”
“Ganito lang ba kababa yung halaga ko sa kaniya na hindi man lang niya pinag-ipunan pambili ng ring? Or hindi ko ba dapat i-big deal? Am I too immature to feel this way?”
“Hindi nya alam na nakita ko yung ring binili nya sa shoppee. Ignore ko nlang ba tong na fefeel ko? Or should I confront him, kaso ayoko din nman masira yung moment (sad face emoji).”
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| Photo courtesy: Screenshot from Facebook via Hugot ni Juan |
This elicited various reactions and comments from netizens.
Others suggested that perhaps the guy is preparing for their wedding and future, emphasizing that the more important aspect is the preparation for a meaningful and stable life together.
They questioned the significance of an expensive engagement ring if it leads to financial struggles during the wedding ceremony or if the couple ends up buried in debt.
“Engagement ring doesn’t measure sa taas ng antas mo sa buhay. Baka hindi lang talaga niya afford bumili ng Engagement ring para sa’yo. I am married for 36 yrs now . Kahit isa dyan wala akong natanggap. Engagement ring man o wedding ring nor Big wedding ceremony. Registered lang kami. I put up with all those dreams that most of us women dreamed of. Just be practical. Ang importante may sariling tahanan, stable income, mahal ka at niri – respeto.”
“It doesn't matter how expensive or how valuable, what matters most is his loyalty, sincerity and love. Nowadays some men are not content and cannot be trusted either.”
“Wala sa engagement ring yan, he’s practical iniipon nia ang pera nia para sa kasal ninyo bec he loves u. Be content and appreciative.”
On the other hand, some netizens held a different perspective on the matter. They argued that the value of the engagement ring is indicative of the man's financial stability and his capability to support and build a family.
Their advice to the anonymous sender was to inquire about her future spouse's savings for their wedding and what plans he has for their life together after marriage.
“Sasabihin ng mga tao, nag-iipon sa kasal. Eh paano kung wala ring ipon sa kasal? Dito mo kasi malalaman kung kaya kang buhayin o hindi. Baka mamaya sakit lang sa ulo at ang ending sa iyo lang aasa.”
“Well, madaling sabihing hindi mahalaga ang engagement ring. Pero kung ako si ate girl, mapapaisip din ako sa financial stability ng guy. Kaya ba ako buhayin nito bilang asawa, lalo na kung may sarili na kaming pamilya?”
“Uy ha magandang pag-usapan ‘yan. Baka indication din na hindi afford ng guy na buhayin ka, kaya puwede ka ring mag-isip-isip.”
“Naku baka walang pera si Kuya! So dapat Ate, mag-isip ka rin kung puwede na ba kayong magpakasal, kaysa naman pag-awayan pa ninyo ang pera kapag nagsasama na kayo sa iisang bubong. Tandaan, isa sa mga ugat ng away ng mag-asawa ay financial issues.”
What are your thoughts about this issue?
— Noel Ed Richards, The Summit Express
