when do you know if you're ready to get married?
338351
Dude, a year is a decent time to get to know your future wife - (you know that new car smell, that's what it is now) \nthe worst mistake lot of couples make is not cohabiting - that's when you find out for certain if you can exist and live peacefully under one roof.\n\nTake your time do not let anyone rush you into setting the date - have certain priorities and work things out with your woman on serious issues - like housing, investing, having children - marriage is like getting into a business (the love is never eternal) you want to keep your store open for a long time without filing for bankruptcy - plan.\n\nWhen the new car smell dies - decide whether to trade or you gonna maintain it.
523584
My high school sweetheart and I got married about 4 months ago. I gradutaed in 2001, so we waited so we could make sure that we did what we wanted in life and also make sure that we truly wanted to be together and spend a life together. People change when they get out of high school, and especially if they are going to college. I would wait until the college years are over, because you never know what the future holds, and if you both make it during these years and nothing tears you apart, then go for it, the wait is worth the anticipation. Good Luck, and I hope you the best.
289426
My dear, if you are having second thoughts then DON'T GET MARRIED!! You don't have to call off the engagement but postpone the wedding. I was married the first time at 25, it lasted 5 years and ended painfully. I am now 32, remarried with a son. I am more mature, responsible, and ready for the committment. It is a life altering change and the "fun" you feel when getting engaged and having a big wedding, etc goes away once reality hits and bills start coming, kids, real life!! Marriage is a wonderful thing...when you are ready for it! Good Luck!!
929217
You should be dating at least a year before you get engaged - you need to get to know each other better, go through holidays, spend time with your families, etc. With more time, also, you and him can save up your money for the wedding, since you should be mature and paying for it yourselves.
1015946
You just know.  My husband knew I was the one on our first date - I knew a few dates after that.  I was 25 and he was 33.  We looked at rings a month later, were engaged 4 months after that, and got married 2 years later after saving up money for our dream wedding.  We've almost been married a year now.  It's not a feeling you can even explain - it just hits you and sticks with you.  It sounds like you are both too young and not ready yet.
116578
when do you want to get married, Im open for most dates.
221031
Whenever you and your spouse are ready mentally, physically and financially.
1151680
Seriously I know how you are feeling, I was that way, and I waited and now we are getting married.  It isn't just the ring or the beautiful dress, Remember you will be with this person for the rest of your life and No turning back because you can't handle it. The rate for divorce is very high, So have patience, Alot of people don't know what they are going into. But TAKE IT EASY.
135500
just about the understanding of marriage, if you are ready and so forth
523157
You can propose at anytime. That doesnt mean you have to get married a week after getting engaged. The marriage could be a year or two after, depending on what you both decide. Juz make sure getting married is what you want before getting married. Or you could simply buy a "promise" ring now and get an engagement ring later on. Good luck.
437306
Only get married when your ready.  It could take 5 months or 5 years.  Don't rush it because you'll regret it if its not the right person.
257413
I'm 36, husband is 39. We've been married 16 1/2 years. We have four kids, ages 13, 11, 10 and 8. \nI wouldn't worry too much about not being married yet. It just means you haven't found the right person yet. Wouldn't you rather wait for "The One" rather than get married, just to say you're married. Loads of people are waiting to get married these days. I think it's wise to wait because you are more mature and know what you like or don't like and what you are looking for in a life-partner. Don't rush it. It will happen in good time and probably when you least expect it.
220880
Usually a man is ready to get married when they grow up.  They have a career.  They have a house, not a dorm, or apt, or Shack in the woods. And know how to treat a woman right.  I'm not ready for marriage I can admit to that.  I'm only 21, I do have a career as a Paramedic, but I don't feel physically, mentally, or financially ready.  Besides I have to have a GF first.
1095876
It depends on your relationship.  My husband told me the first time we went out that he was going to marry me.  He asked me officially 4 months later.
345292
I've had 15 months to plan and it's been plenty of time.  I would say your going to have more than enough time to plan the wedding but at least start the major plans a year in advance.
256866
I don't believe there is a specific time frame for that....When you are ready to commit your life to that one person the rest of your days, and have experienced everything in life that you want to as a single person, and know in your hearts of hearts that this is the person that you are in love with ..... then you will know it's "time" to get married. \nI met my husband only 6 months before I married him...we have been married 11 years now. \nSome people date for years and get married ...'\nListen to your heart .
407969
Until you and your fiance are ready to get married.