Last Updated on June 26, 2024

Upon leaving my school Friday afternoon, I was walking to my car when I saw this:

It was my car with a surprise: a little blue bag of candy and balloons tied to it.

I have to be honest, I became worried and even got a little upset at first. I immediately assumed someone was playing a prank on me and I was too stressed out to deal with it since I was already running late to a volleyball tournament.

When I looked inside the bag, I saw it was filled with literally EVERYTHING I LOVE:

-Pocky!!!
-Mounds Bars
-Jelly Beans
-Dark Chocolate

I looked at the balloons and some of them said, “Pop Me!”

So of course, I did!

Inside the balloons were small chocolates!

The bag itself said,

“To: Rocky
From: (The guy’s name.)”

I put it into the trunk of my car and proceeded to head over to the tournament. Later that night when I had more time to myself, I checked it out again. I was confused about why my friend did all of this.

Was this a thank you for driving him to his house the other day?

Because he didn’t have a ride?

Nope.

Inside one of the blue balloons was something in addition to the chocolate candies that I hadn’t noticed the first time: there was a note.

I quickly popped the balloon and pulled out the note.

It was a little slip that read, “Will you go to prom with me?“

Oh my goodness! Wow! I couldn’t believe it. Already!? Was I really just asked out to prom? By a guy!?

Now, here is the only thing. The sad part.

This whole setup was SO adorable but to be completely honest… I really don’t see this guy as anything more than just a friend. We text pretty often and we are good friends, but that’s just it, we are just friends. It was even a bit frustrating to be on the receiving end because this same guy has asked me out before in the past and I thought we established at that point that as flattering as it was, I wasn’t really interested.

I was actually planning on asking a female friend of mine to go with me. My parents would probably freak if they found out I was going to prom with a guy… Although, that shouldn’t stop me. But if I’m going to go with a guy and out myself to everyone, it has to be the right guy.

What do I do!?!? This is so confusing…

Another Version of the Story:

A Surprise at My Car: An Unexpected Prom Proposal

Upon leaving school Friday afternoon, I was walking to my car when I saw something unexpected:

It was my car, adorned with a little blue bag of candy and balloons tied to it.

I have to be honest, my first reaction was worry and a bit of frustration. I immediately assumed someone was playing a prank on me, and I was too stressed out to deal with it since I was already running late to a volleyball tournament. But curiosity got the better of me, and I decided to take a closer look.

The Surprise Unveiled

When I looked inside the bag, I was taken aback. It was filled with literally EVERYTHING I LOVE:

• Pocky!!!
• Mounds Bars
• Jelly Beans
• Dark Chocolate

My initial irritation began to melt away. I looked at the balloons, some of which had “Pop Me!” written on them. So, of course, I did!

Inside the balloons were small chocolates! The bag itself had a tag that read:

“To: Rocky From: (The guy’s name.)”

The Mystery Deepens

I put the bag into the trunk of my car and proceeded to head over to the tournament. Later that night, when I had more time to myself, I checked it out again. I was puzzled about why my friend had gone to all this trouble. Was this a thank you for driving him to his house the other day when he didn’t have a ride? It didn’t seem to make sense.

As I was examining everything more closely, I noticed something I had missed before. Inside one of the blue balloons, along with the chocolate candies, there was a note. I quickly popped the balloon and pulled out the slip of paper.

It read, “Will you go to prom with me?”

An Unexpected Proposal

Oh my goodness! Wow! I couldn’t believe it. Already!? Was I really just asked out to prom? By a guy!?

It was such an adorable setup, but I was immediately conflicted. To be completely honest, I really don’t see this guy as anything more than just a friend. We text pretty often and we are good friends, but that’s just it – we are just friends. It was even a bit frustrating to be on the receiving end because this same guy has asked me out before in the past, and I thought we had established that, as flattering as it was, I wasn’t really interested.

A Confusing Situation

I was actually planning on asking a female friend of mine to go with me. My parents would probably freak if they found out I was going to prom with a guy… Although, that shouldn’t stop me. But if I’m going to go with a guy and out myself to everyone, it has to be the right guy.

What do I do!?!? This is so confusing…

Reflecting on the Situation

This whole situation has made me reflect deeply. I appreciate the effort and thoughtfulness that went into this promposal – it was genuinely sweet and considerate. However, the confusion and complexity it brought up are hard to navigate. How do I honor my feelings and the effort my friend put in without leading him on or causing unnecessary drama?

Weighing My Options

1. Talk to Him Honestly: The most straightforward option is to have an honest conversation with him about my feelings. I need to be clear that I value his friendship, but I don’t see us as more than that. It’s a difficult conversation to have, but it’s the right thing to do.
2. Consider the Social Implications: Going to prom with a guy would be a significant step for me, one that I’m not sure I’m ready for. It’s important to consider my comfort level and the potential reactions from my friends and family.
3. My Original Plan: I still want to ask my female friend to prom. This was my plan from the beginning, and it’s important to stay true to what I initially wanted.

Conclusion

Navigating high school social dynamics and personal feelings is never easy, especially when it comes to something as significant as prom. While this unexpected promposal has thrown me for a loop, it’s also given me the opportunity to reflect on what I want and how to communicate that effectively.

In the end, it’s crucial to be honest with myself and with others. I hope to handle this situation with grace and sensitivity, ensuring that everyone involved understands and respects each other’s feelings. Prom is a special event, and I want to make sure it’s memorable for all the right reasons.

As I continue to figure this out, I’m grateful for the friends who make these moments, even the confusing ones, a little brighter. Here’s to navigating the ups and downs of teenage life with honesty, kindness, and a little bit of humor.