For many couples, the engagement period is one of the most important moments in their lives before tying the knot.
This is often looked forward to by the guy as much as the woman.
Not surprising at all because it's the guy who should make the move of proposing marriage to his lady love.
Some men who are creative and the romantic type would usually think of a unique way of making her woman say yes to his proposal.
Many have done the extremes such as proposing marriage on national television, in the middle of a sports event or in other places.
So it's really up to a man's imagination.
But while this event is much awaited and highly celebrated, the excitement often dies down right after the engagement.
For some couples, they don't immediately rush to prepare for their wedding especially if they want to hold it after a year or so.
However, there may be important things you need to accomplish after making your proposal and getting your woman's approval to marry you eventually.
They may be little things to do but will help you prepare for your grand day later on.
Announce the engagement to your parents.
If your mom and dad were not included in the engagement party or you made your proposal secretly just between the two of you, then let your parents know right after.
Spend a day with them or take them out to dinner and celebrate.
For the soon to be bride, you may want to have your precious engagement ring appraised and insured.
It would also be a good idea to get a manicure so you have every reason to show off that new ring on your finger.
Expect to be asked often about the date of your wedding.
Although you're free to keep it to yourself, at least discuss with your future husband the month and year you're looking at to tie the knot.
So the next time you're asked, you can give them a clue already.
But of course, you're not forced to stick to that as you can always change the schedule according to what you think would be the right time.
You will eventually need to plan out the details of your wedding so the earlier you start, the better.
The number of guests you want should be a priority.
Set a target number because this is normally the first question wedding organizers will ask from you.
This will guide them when looking for appropriate venues and packages fit for your needs.
Setting a budget is another priority.
In these times when prices continue to soar, you need to spend only for what you can afford.
It's not right to spend hundreds of thousands of dollars just for your wedding which takes place only for a day because it's important to start your life together with enough funds instead of being broke.
So while your wedding is still months or years away, why not save.
You'll be pleased you did that when it's time to wed and start a new life with your partner.