So you have been dating him for a while. He’s your loving boyfriend, someone you would love to marry. But the thing is, he hasn’t proposed yet. You want to have the discussion with him, but you don’t want to come across as desperate because it’s not ladylike. Even if a man hasn’t asked you to marry him yet, there are signs that can tell you whether or not he will. Here are signs that your boyfriend is about to propose to you, asking you to be his wife.
1. He Suddenly Starts Talking About Family
Men can be reluctant to talk about starting a family when they aren’t ready. A guy could be dating you, and the moment you start talking about having a family or express your admiration for family, he might disconnect from the conversation. That happens because he isn’t ready to start one.
But all of a sudden, he’s the one bringing it up. He starts talking to you about how many kids he would like to have, how he would like to raise them, and what his ideal family looks like. He’s having these conversations, and you’re wondering what went right.
He’s considering starting a family with you. That explains his sudden interest in family matters. When your boyfriend starts talking about his ideal family, shows interest in family-focused shows, and talks about being a good father and husband, there’s a strong chance he wants to start that family with you. That’s a clear sign he’s about to propose.
2. He Becomes Domesticated
It’s no secret that most men aren’t domesticated. They’d rather sit around doing nothing at home or be out with the boys having fun. Then all of a sudden, your man, who you know is extroverted and always out, becomes domesticated. He wants to help around the house, keep the place clean, accompany you to the market, and make sure everything is going well at home. On nights he would usually be out, he chooses to stay in and spend time with you.
He wants to propose. He’s getting used to the idea of being a married man. He’s cutting back on his single-guy lifestyle and adjusting so that marriage won’t feel like a hard shift. He understands that to be a good husband and a good father, he has to be domesticated. If you notice this change, it’s a strong sign he’s about to propose.
3. He Includes You in His Future Plans
He’s no longer talking only about himself. Instead of saying “I want to do this,” he starts saying “I’d like us to do this.” It becomes “we” and “us,” not “I.” That’s a strong sign he sees you as part of the long haul and his future. When a man includes you in his future plans, especially if you want to settle down with him, it’s because he sees you as his partner for life. He isn’t confused about pronouns. He’s doing it because he truly sees you in his future and wants to propose to you.
4. He Starts Snooping Around Your Jewelry Box
What is he looking for? He’s trying to get your ring size. He wants to make sure that when he eventually gets the ring he’ll use to propose, it fits perfectly. If he’s snooping around your jewelry box, it’s because he wants the right size for your engagement ring. He isn’t jobless, and he could be doing anything else. He’s there because he wants to get it right.
5. He Shows Interest in Your Family
Before now, your boyfriend probably didn’t know much about your family. Suddenly, he wants to know where you’re from, about your parents and siblings, and even your extended family. That’s because he sees himself becoming part of that family. He wants to build a relationship with them because he understands that for the marriage to be successful, a good relationship with your family matters. If he wants to meet your parents and learn more about your family, it’s a strong sign he’s planning to propose.
A man doesn’t propose overnight. He has to think it seriously through and show that he would like you to be his wife. Paying attention to his behavior makes you aware of his intention to marry you even before he gets down on one knee and pops the question. Being wife material will make him propose faster.