With Homecoming approaching soon, scrambling to find a good way to ask someone may be an issue. We see it all the time with the clever posters, candy and flowers. The pressure on getting the big “ask” can put pressure on both sides. 

Get crafty with your poster. It does not have to be huge and extravagant, but showing some creativity is proof that you care. Sometimes it becomes more about the actual question rather than the event itself. 

Timing can be everything. Choosing the right time to pop that Homecoming invitation can be crucial to a “yes”. Pick a moment that has the most potential for a yes, for example a time when homework isn’t coming thick and fast for the both of you. Arrange a time when things are calmer, perhaps before or after school.

Picking a place can really set the mood for that homecoming proposal. Selecting a location that’s crowded or filthy can make circumstances less than appealing. Choosing a quiet place can make the moment a lot more meaningful and private and making sure the location is clean is really more of just a common courtesy. 

If you’re unsure of how the person you’re interested in asking in will respond, ask some of their close friends. Ask for likes and dislikes to make the poster and event seem more personal. Friends can also hint that you might ask and get your intentions across, and social media can help in those regards too. Maybe drop a few hints that you’re considering asking so the recipient isn’t completely blindsided.

In the end, just ask. You’ll never know unless you try. Years from now, when you ask yourself if the scramble is all worth it, hopefully your answer will be yes. It’s all a whirlwind but the memories are what last a lifetime.