How do I hint to my boyfriend that Im ready to get married?
458522
You know him better than anyone, honesty is the best policy, be upfront and tell him how you feel, be direct but be so in a way that you're not going to scare him.  Give him time, don't expect to go running out and picking out china patterns that moment...Good Luck!!!
1089312
If you're in the beginning phases of planning a wedding (which it sounds like you are), your best bet would be to talk to your fiance so that you can determine what you both want in your ceremony and reception.  Start broad: come up with what time of year you want to get married (winter, summer, etc.), what kind of place you'd like to get married (church, beach, etc.), and how big you'd like it to be.\n\nOnce you've narrowed down your options, go to a planning website like www.theknot.com, www.wedalert.com/, or www.brides.com.  They'll give you options on ideas, and you should be able to use their interactive planning calendars too.\n\nUse the given dates to plan dress shopping, invitation sending, and everything else.  They may even have a budget calculator to make it even easier!\n\nBest of luck to you...\n~mm~
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.
156585
If you need to ask this question, you are not ready to get married yet.  Slow down-you have the rest of your lives.
461966
Maybe this would be a good time for one of those "Where are we going with this relationship talks." Obviously you have plans for a future with this guy. Take some time to have a one-on-one with your fella about his plans for the future. Maybe he wants to be in a certain place in life before he makes the commitment to you, or perhaps his plans aren't quite the same as yours, OR he could just not know that you want to marry him. \n\nWhen you do talk to him, remember that it could be a bit of a touchy subject with him... don't make a big deal about it, but make sure that you two have some time alone that sufficient to have this conversation. Also, try your best to avoid sentences that start with "You..." these can be interpretted as accusations. Another thing you should try to avoid are the words "always" and "never".\n\nGood luck, and I wish best for you and your boyfriend.
485660
Tell him how you really feel (be straight faced), and that you need to know if he wants the same things that you do.  If he really truly wants to wait until marriage than you have to respect that!  If you can't wait than you need to leave him or gain some self control!
1054186
Who knows?  Maybe you guys really aren't ready to get engaged.  There's alot of pressure on couples when they get engaged.  People EXPECT that you're getting married pretty soon and they want to know a date and they want to know what you're planning for the wedding.  It sounds like your man shouldn't have promised something that he wasn't sure about.  It's unfair to say that "by this date we will get engaged" because things happen.  It doesn't necessarily mean that he doesn't want to get engaged, it just means what he said, you guys aren't ready.  Maybe there's financial reasons behind that.  But a really good solution to this problem (because I know you are disappointed) is if your boyfriend still wants to get engaged and married in the future....he should buy you a promise ring.  My boyfriend and I have been together for four years and we're not ready to get engaged or married yet either.  But a promise ring lets you and your friends and family know that you guys are planning to get married one day, just not right now.  I wear my promise ring on my left ring finger like an engagement ring and I'm very happy with it.  I think you would be too.  Sit tight dear, you'll get married one day.
283943
get married? do you mean a steady boyfriend, maybe when you get one you like make it apparent you want to be exclusive then just treat him the way he wants to be treated (in accordance with your morals of course) and it should be all good.
367807
expect a lot of adjustments...stop thinking about yourself anymore....and remember...communication is a must!! in your lifetime together not just at the beginning...\n\nfrom what you said..you're lucky enough to know that you are marrying a wonderful man..\n\nbest wishes...cheers!!
975394
He knows, you know, you both know that is going to happen. You just have to be patient and wait. He knows that you are the one for him and if you have already discussed marriage and children, then it's a clear indication that it's going to happen soon.\n\nMen that don't commit won't even mention the "m" word and will back off at the minimum indication of getting too close or too serious. He is not scared about discussing marriage with you because you are the one for him. \n\nDon't set deadlines or ultimatums or conditions for it to happen, they are NOT necesary. Accorduing to what you wrote, he is planning on doing it so don't spoil his plans by becoming frustrated and impatient.\n\nMost couples get engaged by their second anniversary, besides, Christmas, New years and Valentine's day are around the corner too, you might be in for a surprise.\n\nMy advice to you is to wait until your second anniversary before becoming anxious. It's not necesary for you to feel this way, you have the perfect man, ther perfect relationship, so don;t ruin it by becoming irritated. \n\nHe will ask you and there is no question about it, wait a little bit more... proposals are way more romantic when they are a surprise and men really love plan something special and having the perfect ring ... let him give you what you deserve ...let him surprise you and enjoy the relationship. \n\nHe is THE ONE sweetie... be patient.\n\nCongratulations and good luck!
77877
Go, you've basically answering your own question with the way you feel about how he is when he's with you, if thats not good then don't make it permanent.\n\nI always tell everyone.. if you have a "single doubt" in you mind about getting married, and I don't care if the money has been spent, and you are wearing the gown, or tux for that matter, and ready to go down the aisle, walk away, don't do it. \n\nYou have 2 doubts, one trust, two the unhealthly impact the family will have from all the argueing. \n\nIf you can fix your doubts then go for it, but make sure they are fixed and not just pushed to the back burner with all the good things he does standing in front, because it will come back into mind later. You have all the time in the world to think about doing it... use that time wisely, and don't let him pressure you to answer, because the only answer that will satify his question is yes, if you're not ready to give that answer... KEEP THINKING ABOUT IT, but don't do it.
2566
if u have to ask then i dont think your ready to marry this guy. dont give up on him though. everyone says you just know, thats true but its easier if the feelings are explained.when you can look at him and know that you would give up your life for him and if a bullet was going towards him you would be the one to jump in front of it then you know.when you know that his face is the face you want to wake up to for the rest of your life then you know. when you can look into his eyes and know that you can trust his word no matter what then you just know.
133792
Tell him you've got a boyfriend
1052469
God will let you know when the time is right or the person.  God does things on His time for us.  Not on our time.  Maybe God knows that you may get hurt so he wants you to wait a bit.  Maybe there is someone else God had in mind that will come along.  Maybe God wants you to be more financially secure before heading into a marriage.  Maybe God wants you do to other things before getting married.  There may be various of reasons but if God is not ready for you to get married, then by all means wait.  He has His reasons.  Be patient!
390804
Take your time. There is no hurry to get married. If he isn't ready what good will that do you?  I can understand him wanting a job before he marries you. It makes him a good man not wanting to live off you. Slow down and enjoy your time with him right now, it will all work out okay........
961355
if you love him than theres no rush.  You already know you want to be together and hes expressed feeling the same way for you.  He will ask you when hes ready.  Who knows maybe he has something planned for a special date coming up, if you were to ask, the surprise would be ruined.
204899
Tell him that you refuse to marry him until you both learn how to communicate better with each other!