Social media phenom, Mike Worthington from Texas, is a proud father who created an Instagram account a few years ago for him and his daughter Asia. The daddy-daughter duo not only take the most heartwarming photos together, but he’s also become an expert at styling Asia’s hair. In one really sweet video clip, Mike gives Asia a pedicure and kisses her foot when she says it hurts. He’s even taught her how to line the seat with toilet paper when using a public bathroom (ahh giving us all the feels, right?).

Soon after launching his Instagram page-Ice Mike Love Asia-which the online community embraced immediately, Mike was pleasantly surprised with a direct message (DM) from a young woman named Kapree. The two met in person the following week and the rest is history. Mike shared, “I couldn’t get my mind off her. She brought out a side of me that I didn’t know existed. That’s when I knew I was falling in love.”

When Mike was ready to take their relationship to the next level, he visited the Robbins Brothers Dallas store and worked with Brittany to find the perfect engagement ring for Kapree. He knew she loves diamond halo rings and decided on a gorgeous style from the exclusive Robbins Brothers Utwo collection. If you like Kapree’s ring, you may also like these similar halo ring designs.

Once Mike picked the ring, he worked with the store’s Perfect Proposals concierge team to plan a memorable surprise marriage proposal. Kapree’s birthday is on Nov. 26 so he collaborated with Robbins Brothers and III Forks Restaurant to host a birthday dinner for her with family and friends. As the ring was served on a dessert platter leaving everyone in awe, Mike asked Kapree to be his wife! Needless to say SHE SAID YES!

Mike then presented his daugther Asia with a 14K white gold diamond heart necklace to symbolize their love for each other as a new family unit. It was a picture perfect night filled with tears of joy and much gratitude just in time for Thanksgiving.

We asked the newly engaged couple how they plan to spend the holidays: “Last year we started a new ritual and celebrated at the Gaylord Hotel in Grapevine. We’ll celebrate there on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and the day after. Family time is everything to us!”

If you’re planning a proposal or hoping for one, check out our handy proposal guides. For a destination proposal, see the top picks from our proposal ambassadors.

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By proposal planners, The Yes Girls

Are you planning a marriage proposal just in time for Valentine’s Day? We realize it can be a little stressful but don’t fret. We’ve helped plan over 3000 proposals and based on our experience, the following guide comprises five handy dos and don’ts that will lead you to the perfect proposal!

Do make it meaningful.
Have a favorite quote, song lyrics or nicknames for each other? Have those thoughtful words written in calligraphy on a wooden sign, window, canvas, wine glasses, etc. for your proposal! Cliche signs that read, “Will you marry me” are perfect for the proposal, but become a little useless after that. Something more unique and meaningful to your relationship (like song lyrics) can be displayed in your home together forever!

Don’t assume they would want it to be done in public.
Is your loved one an introvert or extrovert? Assess their tolerance for being center of attention. If they are typically on the shy side and/or like lots of alone time, the LAST thing you will want is to make them uncomfortable in a crowd. On the other hand, if they are very open and love being around lots of people, perhaps something grand and public would be ideal for them!

Do consider including family, friends, or a day-of planner.
If her mom or best friend is always involved in your loved one’s life-milestone, then consider involving them in the proposal. And remember, they don’t necessarily have to be watching the proposal to be “involved”–they can be waiting at a restaurant afterwards to celebrate with you! Additionally, the last thing you want on proposal day is the photographer, venue, florist, etc. texting and calling you all day while setting off alarm bells with your future-fiance. It’s best to hire a proposal planner to handle those phone calls. If you can’t afford to hire a professional, then ask a friend or future sis-in-law!

Don’t forget to think about what you both will be wearing.
Make sure you both feel your best dressed for this occasion. Wear an outfit that coordinates well with your decor, something that makes you feel comfortable yet classy, and always be yourself. If you are not the type of guy to wear a full suit, then do not change that! You do not want to set off any alarms. Furthermore, if your gal has always mentioned wanting her nails perfectly manicured for the proposal, then ask a friend to invite her out for a mani-pedi a few days before (nothing too suspicious, but just a casual gals day).

Do come up with a ruse.
A few suggestions of ways to get her to the proposal location without raising suspicion: ask a friend to plan a double-date and “conveniently” cancel last minute, create a fake work event, or pretend you have to stop at “x” before dinner because your job asked you to pick up or drop off something. Ultimately you know her the best, so think of something that seems normal to help keep it a surprise.

Don’t forget to practice what you want to say.
It is assumed, and sweet, that guys get a little nervous when they say their “marriage proposal speech” so do not be hard on yourself. Practicing out loud in front of a mirror will help you to remember what to say in the nerve-racking moment! It feels silly, but it really is worth running through the speech a couple of times.

Do capture photos.
If you’re hiring a photographer or videographer to capture your special moment (we highly recommend having one or the other, if not both), then stay down on one knee for at least 15 seconds when you’re asking the question so that the photographer can capture the iconic shot! Also consider the best shots are taken during “Golden Hour” which is within an hour of sunset.

Don’t forget to insure her ring…
Even though your jeweler probably told you to obtain a protection plan for her ring, we are going to say it too. Definitely invest in insurance coverage in the case of loss or theft of the ring. And don’t forget the warranty that comes along with it. Sadly we have heard stories where the ring is too big and it slips off in the midst of everyday life. Most reputable jewelers offer a lifetime guarantee on manufacturer defects. Some even cover normal wear and tear issues such as tightening loose stones, future size adjustments of the band, or rhodium plating.

Do remember to keep the ring safe and hidden.
There are many places you can hide the ring, but one cool option is the Box Sock–the pocket sock that hides your ring box! Gals are more aware and snoopy than ever when it comes to the proposal, so to keep your ring secure and the proposal a surprise, you can hide it in the pocket sock versus in your jacket or pant pocket (she will notice). If you’re still searching for the perfect engagement ring, take a look at what designs Robbins Brothers has to offer.

Don’t Sweat It.
Factor in extra time to get her to your desired proposal location. You’ll want to avoid feeling annoyed on your special day if she is running behind or you hit unforeseen traffic. Getting upset can make her suspicious especially if you normally are more “easygoing” with timing. The most important part of the whole day is the fact that in the end you will be ENGAGED!

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