Chapter 1: When people keep asking you if they can ‘try your ring on:’

Oh no she didn’t! Why don’t I just give you my kidney too while I’m at it! For some people, this isn’t a big deal. But for other newly engaged bride-to-be’s, being asked to take off your ring so someone else can slide their possibly too small or too big fingers in it seems like a nightmare. What if they lose it/chip it/steal it/who knows what else could possibly happen? The truth is—you don’t owe it to anyone to let them try on your ring. It’s YOUR ring. Avoid the awkwardness by saying these tried and true phrases:

The sentimental approach: “Sorry, but I’m planning on never taking it off. You understand, right?”

The funny girl approach: “I would, but then I’d have to kill ya!”

The direct approach: “I’m sorry, but I’d rather not. Thank you for understanding.”

Things to avoid making it worse:

 – Stare at them until they feel uncomfortable or walk away
 – Laugh hysterically like they’re insane saying, “You’re TOO funny!”
 – Let them try it on and then take the keys to their Mercedes. When they look at you like you’re psycho say, “What? I thought we were willy-nilly letting people borrow our most treasured possessions now.”

By Nikki Roberti