Dating and love issues.?

I will like to share in the experience of how my friends(GUYS ONLY) were able to win the hearts of their present girlfriends.How did you meet her,how were u able to befriend her and subsequently win her heart,your tough times u faced in your quest to get the woman of your dreams,if any past turn downs by other girls to i would like any guy who has a girl friend tell me how it all began,how long it took her to accept your proposal etc etc.Every guys experience is kindly welcomed.(As many as possible)