Traditionally, men propose to women with rings. Many people feel men will propose when they're ready and women should wait, and that breaking this tradition is a bad thing. If you're a woman proposing to a man, you're breaking tradition slightly. Think about how much your boyfriend cares about you taking the lead. Many people worry they will be stealing their boyfriend's thunder, or pressuring him into something prematurely. If your boyfriend is truly ready to get married, and is not big on traditional gestures, it is probably okay to propose. However, if your boyfriend or his family are more traditional, bring up the issue in conversation. Ask your boyfriend how he feels about women proposing to gauge his potential reactions. You can also think about his attitude about gender roles and consider whether he is more traditional or open-minded about proposing. An engagement follows a traditional narrative. The man proposes to the woman, usually with a ring. If you're in a same sex couple, or if you're a woman and proposing, you do not have as many set customs and traditions. Think about how you can alter custom to make things work for you. There is nothing wrong with getting a man a ring to propose. You can select something cut in his style and opt for the tradition down on one knee proposal with a ring. However, some men do not like jewelry. You can choose another object to present him, or you can simply ask him without an object. One of the benefits of a non-traditional proposal is there are less expectations. See this as a positive rather than a negative. You are following your own narrative and can propose on your own terms. Most people get nervous before proposing. However, when you're breaking custom or tradition, there may be an added layer of anxiety. Go into the proposal expecting you will be a little uneasy. Remind yourself why you've made the decision to keep yourself calm. If your boyfriend's traditional family is causing nerves, remind yourself of how happy you and your boyfriend will be after the proposal. This is about the two of you deciding to spend the rest of your lives together, and when you two are alone enjoying your engagement there will be little judgment or stigma attached. Rehearse what you want to say several times until you know it by heart and then remember to keep breathing when you speak these words. In any proposal, there will be a range of reactions. However, with a non-traditional proposal, you may find reactions are even more varied. Some people will be shocked that you proposed to your boyfriend. Others will applaud you for breaking tradition. When you choose to announce your engagement, prepare for a range of comments. People have more opinions on non-traditional proposals than traditional ones. While some opinions will be positive, as many enjoy it when others break tradition, other comments will be confused and judgmental. Try to remember you made the decision that was right for you and your boyfriend. Some comments may be offensive. For example, if you're in a same sex couple, people may feel the person who proposed is more dominant or masculine. It's okay to correct people if they say something hurtful. For example, "Me and my boyfriend are equal partners. I just happened to have a great idea for a proposal before he did." Prepare ahead of time for what you might say if someone says something hurtful to you. This will help you to feel more confident if someone does say something hurtful to you. Also, keep in mind that you do not need to explain yourself to anyone. You can ignore rude comments or give short answers. Remember, you made the decision for the sake of your relationship. Even if there is outside judgment, you did what was right for you and your boyfriend. The two of you are happy and going to spend the rest of your lives together. That is what matters, not any outside judgment you receive.
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One-sentence summary -- Consider your boyfriend's feelings on tradition. Think about how to adjust the custom as needed. Accept you may be nervous. Prepare for a range of reactions. Recognize the decision is yours.

Once you have a good view of Jupiter you can document your astronomical observations by drawing Jupiter and recording its appearance. This is essentially a less high-tech version of what astronomy is all about, observing, documenting and analysing what you see in the sky. Jupiter is ever-changing so try to sketch it in around twenty minutes. You'll be following in a great tradition of astronomical drawing. If you prefer a more technologically advanced method of recording your observations you could try photographing Jupiter. Much like telescopes, the camera you use can be very powerful or more basic and still get results. Some star-gazers use charged coupled device cameras or even cheap and lightweight webcams for photographing planets with telescopes. If you want to try using a DSLR camera, remember longer exposures will capture the moons more clearly but will wash out the dark and light bands across the planet surface. One great way to track the constant change on the surface of Jupiter and the position of its moons is to film it. You can do this in much the same way as you would photograph it. Use your notes to compare different observations to keep track of changes on the surface of the planet and to find things of interest. The clouds are turbulent and the planet's appearance can change dramatically in just a few days.
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Try to sketch what you see. Do some Jupiter Photography. Make a Jupiter Movie.