What can you say about "moving in together" before marriage?
141810
I think it's a personal question that has to be addressed individually. It depends on what is important to you. If you have an absolute need to know what the other person is like every day, all the time, then perhaps you should. Or if you believe in love and what a commitment to marriage means, then take the faith that you love this person no matter what their personal habits. You can get to know a person's character without living with them, but again, it's up to you and them. As for strengthening a relationship, more studies show that it doesn't, but everybody's different. You also have to think about your potential kids and what kind of an example would you want to set for them? Years down the road what are you going to want to be able to say to them about moving in with their partners? That usually will reflect what is in your own heart and you should listen to that.
726812
I have a pretty open family, so no, I have not suffered any kind of prejudice.  No, I did not regreat living with my hubby before we got married, in fact, I'm glad I did.  It's as close to marriage as you can get.  You just have a legal obligation to them after you marry, so it is somewhat different.  I would suggest to my son that he lives with the girl he wants to marry before doing so.  You learn so much being around someone 24/7.  Even if you hang out at the other's house everyday... It's different
60425
I have a friend who is a Christian and married a Muslem.  It is important for the two of you to discuss whether you will want to worship together (will you go with each other to services, or go seperately?) and how you will handle religious regulations in the home.  It is essential that you also decide how your future children will be raised.  Being on the same page with this is key for your future.  Good luck.
866036
whatever comes natural. Do what you "both" agree on. If this is difficult --dont get married--
129011
Um, I will have to disagree that it is wrong and that marriages that start with living together do not work.  I lived with my husband for about a year before we got married.  We will have been married for 7 years in June and just had a baby boy.  We could not be happier.  This is a decision that you need to make for your specific situation.  No one will be able to tell you if your relationship will work in specific conditions.
761838
I personally think that it's better to live with someone before you marry.  Many will disagree with my belief, but it is my own personal preference.  The reason that I believe that is because you never really know someone until you live with them.  You may discover things that you will not be able to tolerate for the rest of your life.
967934
Your talking about being with this person for the rest of your life.You both need to get everything out in the open.Talk about what you want to do in the future,and what both your interests are.Ask them what do they like and want and work towards those things together.Some things they want and like,you may not want or like,but if you too really love each other you will adjust and work it out.Compromising is a key ingredient in marriage.
395644
I prefer marriage over just living together. It tells me he loves me enough to commit to being together for the rest of our lives. To stand before God, family and friends and declare his undying love for me. It's the only way for me.
1088152
When on probation there's generally a requirement to inform the probation officer BEFORE changes in living conditions.  Getting married seems like it would qualify as a change in living conditions.\n\nLet them know ahead of time.  Unless there are restraining orders between the two of you I can't imagine there would be any problems.  But only you know your situation.
506876
My boyfriend and I are both divorced, and we're both a little marriage shy, so I totally understand your problem.  I want to know why 2 years is such a long time before you get married?  Most marriages are dissolved after a couple years because the people didn't know each other, I hear constantly "Well, we got married and I found out......"  That is not how marriage should be.  If you are going to spend the rest of your life with a person, you should know them in and out beforehand.  I'm a firm beleiver in living together before marriage.  Try that for a year or so, if you guys are still madly in love then you can START talking about marriage.
121163
DON'T MOVE IN WITH HIM!!!  I am working on becoming a social worker.  You don'w know how bad it is for a relationship when the couple lives together.  Only 5% of the couples that live together before marriage actually make it to the wedding day.  If you want a serious relationship, don't move in with her.
360545
You would think you should start meeting people and getting ready.  Have faith, and don't be afraid to fall in love.  God's waiting for you both at the bottom.  You're joining together as one, working as one, creating as one a life, and a future that chances are, might hold a family.  It's perfectly okay to be married, as it is perfectly okay to be single.  God's timing is perfect, and His will is also.
88680
You need to decide what your beliefs and boundaries are.  If you don't mind living with someone for the rest of your life without a legal marriage, then do it, if not, then give him an option, marriage or you are gone. Most states have the policy of common law marriage anyway, after 5 years (varies per state) of living together you are considered legally married anyway.
25276
If you just met him, first you have to pray and ask God if He is the right one and you have to get married then you can let him move with you since you are more established. remember you are not a cat or a dog you can't just move in with a man and start having babies. come on you can do better than that.
547556
I think it's perfectly reasonable for you to want to "seal the deal". I would caution against making a big deal out of it at this stage in life, however.\n\nThe two of you are already as established family. This marriage, if it is to happen, should not be a means of taking the next step, but confirming you have already taken it and are committed to one another, if that makes sense. If he does not feel this way, then you certainly do not want to push marriage.\n\nAlso... Having had a baby and (presumably) lived together, you're sort of past the point of the traditional big white wedding, if you know what I mean!
676353
Well just be sure you guys can communicate thoroughly about not only that but but everything else before you decide to get married.  It's more important than anything when making that huge leap
161582
Living together is NOT a committment.  When you live together, you are actually saying, "I may love you now, but at least I can leave when and if I want to, without all the hassle that married folks go through.  Besides, living with you proves that what is mine, is mine.  I don't HAVE to share with YOU."  Marriage means that this is the person you love enough to commit to.  This is the person you share with (what is mine, is ours, and what is yours is ours).  This is the person you want to go through the hard times, hurt times, poor times, and boring times with.  It's not just about children, but is about committing enough to commit in front of the world.  It isn't about the paper, it is about what that paper signifies.