It happens every year– the lull once the holiday rush ends. After the flurry of winter holidays ending with the big day of love this past month, things start to slow down. Sure, we still have holidays but St. Patty’s Day and Easter aren’t really big proposing moments (Though they can be cute. Blogs to come!). So what do you do in between the great holiday proposals and the cold weather is still lingering before Spring? Here are some ideas to help get your creative juices flowing.

1) Use a Common Hobby or Interest
Do you both love to go hiking? Did you meet at an artsy show or class? Are video games your life? Plan your proposal around something you both love or that is an integral part of your story.

2) Take Her on a Surprise Vacation/Weekend Getaway
Just because most vacations take place during the summer, that doesn’t mean you can’t have an extra special time away from your usual lives. Plus, this time of year there are usually deals at hotels, resorts and even cruises. It would be the perfect setting for the the perfect proposal.

3) Get the Family Involved
Flash mobs, special family dinners, and surprise visits from long-distance relatives– if she’s a family person, she’ll love it if you get her family involved. What’s even better is usually there’s a family member who can help with the coordination of the event and may even have a few ideas they know will work.

4) Make Up Your Own Holiday
So the holidays have passed and maybe you don’t even have a dating anniversary for a couple more months. Don’t let it get you down! Surprise her with a made-up holiday like “Super Beautiful Girlfriend Day” or  “Most Fun Couple Day.” Make your own card, maybe even bake a cake and watch her enjoy every minute of your craziness.

Nikki