If you are one that thinks that the proposal is not that important, think about these facts:1) Every marriage story begins with, “this is the way he proposed…"2) Before you meet many of the family and friends that may attend the wedding, they will probably develop their initial thoughts about you (good or bad) from the story of your proposal3) The average cost of a wedding in the U.S. is $26,800*. If you don’t think that there is some importance on the spark to this event, think twice.4) This is your single, best opportunity to make a lasting impression on your mate before become husband and wife.A thoughtful, intimate, and well-planned (T.I.P.) marriage proposal will give your entire family something to talk about for years. The wedding is “her story" and is commonly referred to as ‘her day.’ Well, if a day for you existed, the marriage proposal day would surely be it. As she is the one that plans for months to have everything just right for ‘her day to shine," don’t you think that you should have the same opportunity? This is your chance to make an impression like no other on a single person’s life and you should make the most of it. This does not mean that you have to create an elaborate plan or that you have to spend a lot of money. It only means that you should be aware that this is not just a “little item." It is suggested that you put some thought into a way to propose that will be a memorable and special event, if even just how, when, and where to ask the question. You can (usually) only do it once, so create a special moment that you can share with your grandkids!