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If one of you is divorced or has children with an ex, it's also wise to inform him or her of your plans. If you're on speaking terms, a phone call is fine. Otherwise, write a short letter giving your ex all the relevant details. This is important so that he or she doesn't show surprise after hearing about your engagement from your children, and so that your children aren't put in a position of having to answer questions about Mommy or Daddy's wedding plans.
Informing Your Inner Circle and Coworkers
After you've told your immediate family the news, go ahead and pick up the phone or send out an email to let close friends in on the excitement. There's no need to make an official announcement at work or to formally tell your boss, but don't be surprised if your coworkers ooh and ah and make a big deal over your ring and this exciting turn of events. Try to limit talk of your engagement to your lunch hour, setting a precedent early on that your wedding planning won't interfere with your professional responsibilities.