am i too young to get married?
831185
most women do feel guilt when they marry and leave the family. it's best now to be a little selfish and do what you know is right for YOU. it's not your responsibility to wait to begin your life until your sister has started hers. you are a grown woman, do what feels right in your heart. if anyone gets upset THEY WILL GET OVER IT! families have issues, you can choose to let them know that you are doing what you believe is right and don't let them make a huge dramatic issue about it. as for your age difference. it's 7 years, it may seem like alot now, but if things work out and you're together when you're 35 and he's 42 the gap will seem much smaller. he'll be able to teach you things, and help you with problems he's already been thru in life. i say follow your heart, you can fix any hurt feelings that your family has, with love. i'm sure you won't get married and never speak to them again or never visit. you're not leaving your family behind, youre adding a new family member, and if you approach it correctly, your family will accept him as such. good luck sweetie
434329
I don't think there is a particular age to get married,  get married when your ready, mature enough to accept all the responsibilities of marriage, and when you have the person  you could not imagine going thru life without them by your side.....
421260
It really depend how mature you are, most 17 year old i know isn't mature enough to be engaged or to be married. Listen to your heart, your brain, family and friends, because sometime when you'rein love you can't see what other see, think about it then make the best decision,  your life & happiness is in your hand.
430097
I wouldn't do it! You are still so young. Read some of the past posts on here about girls who got married too young, and are miserable because they didn't get a chance to live their lives more. You need to go out, date, break a few hearts, and have yours broken (it happens) so you can learn from it and find the perfect man for you. Don't tie yourself down so young that in a year, when all your unmarried friends are out partying and having a good time at 18, you're at home with hubby, miserable...Or ever better yet, home alone because hubby is out with friends.....Live some more before you make that decision to marry, otherwise you won't be happy at all...If he loves you, he will wait!! GL;)
219237
24 is still young!  Don't rush things:)  I am also 24, and unmarried.  I don't want to get married for a while still.  I want to do so many things before I settle down.  If you marry, it should be for true love.  Don't settle just so you won't be single anymore.  Enjoy your single time!  Love will come your way, most of the time when you least expect it!
911392
I think that you should get married if you really love him and you want to be with him for the rest of your life and the military life is hard but if your strong enough you can get through it. I'm 20 too and I'm married to someone in the military and it did not matter that I was only 19 when I got married. I know who I wanted to be with it and there was no point in me waiting until I was older.
586384
I think that you are way too young to make a life decision like marriage. Despite what is shown on television and what celebrities do, marriage is supposed to be a life commitment. Do you feel that you can commit your life to someone at such a young age? Do you want to go to college, Does she want to go to college? How would this effect your relationship? Have you sat down and REALLY discussed the ramifications of getting married. Where would you live afterwords (with your parents?), how could you afford living together, etc.  It might suit both of you to speak to a third party, like a pastor or even a counselor before taking the plunge. You sound like a nice person, but remember the old saying (and Elvis song), Only fools Rush In
74644
I don't think there is a age to get married it only depends on you. Ask your  self if you will want that guy to be with you the rest of your life?
702743
I'm in my forties and i know of one couple who got married that early and stayed married.You are still growing (mind wise) at that age. You need to be able to date around , see and experience new things with an open mind and it's hard to do that when your married.I know of 12 other couples who married that young and divorced..take my advice..wait until your at least 25..
791920
Kids these days want to grow up too fast without taking into account the consequences of supporting a family at an age where they aren't legally allowed to have a job due to their age. Your personal preferences of marriage should be respected by your fellow peers. If they have a problem with it, then don't let what they say about you spoil your mood for anything. I'm 22 not married, and also don't plan to for a LONG TIME.... \n\nAnyhow, um, if you are from a community where post-25 marriage is looked down upon, then make a stand and tell them that it's just not the time for you.
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.
237644
If you are over 18 there is nothing your family can do to stop you!  It's a tough situation, but maybe once your married they will come around.  Although, I think you are a little young to get married.  You have to remember, marriage is supposed to be a lifelong commitment.  If your not ready to be committed to something for your entire life, I would wait.  If your in love, then it shouldn't matter when and if you get married!  Take your time and think it over alot, you don't want to lose all your family over something that may not last!
177224
If you are ready to take the next step and you feel it's right then it's the right time. I'm getting married in November and i know it's the right thing to do. I love him and there is no point in waiting, i'm 25 and my family and friends enjoy his company which made it easier for me to make my decision. If you don't have to change your life to involve the other person but gradually include them, then it's good. Don't think that maybe someone/something better will come along and you might miss out, that's wrong.
541374
My mom was 19 when she married my dad and he was 26.  They've been married over 25 years.  My husband and I were both 19 when we got married and we couldn't be happier.  The question is, are you two mature enough to get married.  Remember that marriage is a very big step.  People don't take it seriously anymore.  If you chose to get married, honor your vows, and remember, God will always consider the first person you marry to be your spouse unless the marriage is annulled.  You have to put that person first in everything you do and they need to do the same.  It really helps to go to a counselor before saying "I do".  I don't believe there is a certain age to get married but I do believe alot of people get married before they are ready.  Good luck!
565637
You *need* to get married and as such you will do no such thing. No women will marry a man desperate for marriage just as no man will marry a woman desperate for marriage (unless he's desperate for something). And no, you don't need to.\n\nYou're still young to get married. Many people don't even consider marriage until their mid 30s. Some don't even think of it until their 40s. Also, many people never marry. Don't worry about it. If you find someone you could see yourself spending the rest of your life with, then worry about making it official. Otherwise, just let it go.
454312
You did not say how old you both are, so I can only assume you are both old enough to get married. If true love is what you have then God bless the both of you.
128310
first of all how old are u? are you even old enough to be thinking marriage?. I hope that you are at least in your mid twenties?