Rushing a Relationship

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I keep reading all these comments, typically younger women than me, but they will be "Oh I am engaged, and this weekend we will be celebrating 3-6 month anniversary!"

I cannot understand this, and it doesn't even have to be marriage. I have a friend that just moved in with his gf, and they have been together for 3 months. Why are so many people not thinking about it more, before making these huge decisions?

I feel like people rushing these types of relationships, are bound to be chaos. I am not saying all, but a good majority don't end well.

What is everyone's take on doing this in a relationship? Would you jump in and live with someone fast, or marry them fast? Am I weird to think that people should just slow down and get to know someone truly before making these decisions?
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Posted by nikkistar
I keep reading all these comments, typically younger women than me, but they will be "Oh I am engaged, and this weekend we will be celebrating 3-6 month anniversary!"

I cannot understand this, and it doesn't even have to be marriage. I have a friend that just moved in with his gf, and they have been together for 3 months. Why are so many people not thinking about it more, before making these huge decisions?

I feel like people rushing these types of relationships, are bound to be chaos. I am not saying all, but a good majority don't end well.

What is everyone's take on doing this in a relationship? Would you jump in and live with someone fast, or marry them fast? Am I weird to think that people should just slow down and get to know someone truly before making these decisions?
no, you are so right - I mean it can work, but most often it doesn't ... it takes time to really get to know each other and to be able to weather the storms ...
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Depends on the generation I believe. People in their 60's now. Didn't date long before being married I doubt even lived together and their relationships lasted/last year's. Younger generations although I agree may rush into it can't be arsed to put the work and effort into relationships to make them last. However I feel if you know... you know. Go for it. But be prepared to keep working for it.
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Posted by nikkistar
I keep reading all these comments, typically younger women than me, but they will be "Oh I am engaged, and this weekend we will be celebrating 3-6 month anniversary!"

I cannot understand this, and it doesn't even have to be marriage. I have a friend that just moved in with his gf, and they have been together for 3 months. Why are so many people not thinking about it more, before making these huge decisions?

I feel like people rushing these types of relationships, are bound to be chaos. I am not saying all, but a good majority don't end well.

What is everyone's take on doing this in a relationship? Would you jump in and live with someone fast, or marry them fast? Am I weird to think that people should just slow down and get to know someone truly before making these decisions?
Watch Judge Judy for a week; that's all you'll hear about and the plaintiff and defendant get chastised by Judge Judy for living together less than three months. So sad 😢 but then again I'm at the end watching my DVR while sitting on my leather couch, shrugging my shoulders, and saying out loud, "You KNEW what you were getting yourself into!"

My ex (Saggy) was already talking about moving in with me after two months of being together! 😱 (not!).

Yeah, a year is a blessing in my eyes to live together; let the lease run its course for the year; then move in together. I own my own home, been at my job for almost 35 years, and VERY independent.

🤗 cyber hugs!

Love,

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Ex husband and I didn't marry until after 10 years... it ended in chaos.

Let people live and let's stop judging. Sometimes you just know, there's great chemistry, and are a really great match with someone.

Whether you wait long or don't wait at all it can end in chaos... there is no "perfect" number of years or months for any particular couple.

If people jump into a marriage and it doesn't work, that's their problem. BUT I also know couples who did get married/moved in together pretty soon and they are doing great.

The main issue is ignoring obvious red signs that you two are not good for each other and still get married. A lesson I have learned for sure.
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Ex husband and I didn't marry until after 10 years... it ended in chaos.

Let people live and let's stop judging. Sometimes you just know, there's great chemistry, and are a really great match with someone.

Whether you wait long or don't wait at all it can end in chaos... there is no "perfect" number of years or months for any particular couple.

If people jump into a marriage and it doesn't work, that's their problem. BUT I also know couples who did get married/moved in together pretty soon and they are doing great.

The main issue is ignoring obvious red signs that you two are not good for each other and still get married. A lesson I have learned for sure.
Uh, Jane, IF I would have given David (Ex bf; Saggy) the green light to move in with me; that would have been DISASTROUS as he was a "gold digger"....I am NO man's "Sugar Momma". 😡

THANK YOU VENUS RETROGRADE (I posted it about 17 minutes ago).

🤗 cyber hugs!

Love,

Eva
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I'm 33 and Virgo, my fiancé is 35 and Libra. We have both been in long term/committed relationships before. We have been together for 6 months, got engaged 4 months ago and moved in together 2 months ago. Neither age, nor our previous relationship experiences have made us jaded or cynical about love, luckily. We knew we were twin flames almost right from the start. Time is relative. What's crucial is the quality of the time you spend together and how much of that time together is spent doing things you BOTH love doing together. In my case we are lucky to be on the same page as far as hobbies, but also as far as morals. We also just love being together, even if doing nothing at all. No pressure , just pure dedication day after day, that's what builds lasting love.
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I'm 33 and Virgo, my fiancé is 35 and Libra. We have both been in long term/committed relationships before. We have been together for 6 months, got engaged 4 months ago and moved in together 2 months ago. Neither age, nor our previous relationship experiences have made us jaded or cynical about love, luckily. We knew we were twin flames almost right from the start. Time is relative. What's crucial is the quality of the time you spend together and how much of that time together is spent doing things you BOTH love doing together. In my case we are lucky to be on the same page as far as hobbies, but also as far as morals. We also just love being together, even if doing nothing at all. No pressure , just pure dedication day after day, that's what builds lasting love.
Are we getting invites for the wedding? 😛
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Hehe, you can come to the wedding party/reception, the proper ceremony will be just the two of us at some island far far away in the Pacific 😄
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There's never a right time to live with someone, nor is there ever a right time to get married. So, go for it.
Thank you Nike
It's Just Do It.

Stick to memes, bro. lol
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Wtf you gonna ruin my momentum I'm just getting warmed up I woke up the sun is in my eyes! Jezses

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Someone's gotta knock your ego down from time to time. lol
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There's never a right time to live with someone, nor is there ever a right time to get married. So, go for it.
Thank you Nike
It's Just Do It.

Stick to memes, bro. lol
Off brand nike*

Wtf you gonna ruin my momentum I'm just getting warmed up I woke up the sun is in my eyes! Jezses


Someone's gotta knock your ego down from time to time. lol


Dawg.

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I swear, if I ever actually meet you down in Socal, I am going to kick you. lol
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There's never a right time to live with someone, nor is there ever a right time to get married. So, go for it.
Thank you Nike
It's Just Do It.

Stick to memes, bro. lol
Off brand nike*

Wtf you gonna ruin my momentum I'm just getting warmed up I woke up the sun is in my eyes! Jezses


Someone's gotta knock your ego down from time to time. lol


Dawg.

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I swear, if I ever actually meet you down in Socal, I am going to kick you. lol


Oh? I'll make sure to bring a step stool for ya then. *smirk*

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😢 It's not my fault you are the personification of the jolly green giant.
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There's never a right time to live with someone, nor is there ever a right time to get married. So, go for it.
Thank you Nike
It's Just Do It.

Stick to memes, bro. lol
Off brand nike*

Wtf you gonna ruin my momentum I'm just getting warmed up I woke up the sun is in my eyes! Jezses


Someone's gotta knock your ego down from time to time. lol


Dawg.

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I swear, if I ever actually meet you down in Socal, I am going to kick you. lol


Oh? I'll make sure to bring a step stool for ya then. *smirk*

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😢 It's not my fault you are the personification of the jolly green giant.
Bahahahaha

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I will just sick the cancer man on you. I think he is around your height. I just gotta wait for him to get his hip done. LOL
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There's never a right time to live with someone, nor is there ever a right time to get married. So, go for it.
Thank you Nike
It's Just Do It.

Stick to memes, bro. lol
Off brand nike*

Wtf you gonna ruin my momentum I'm just getting warmed up I woke up the sun is in my eyes! Jezses


Someone's gotta knock your ego down from time to time. lol


Dawg.

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I swear, if I ever actually meet you down in Socal, I am going to kick you. lol

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I just had a weird visual of a beefcake giant with his giant hand on the head of a tiny Asian woman as she flails her arms and legs in an effort to punch/kick him.

OK I'm done here.
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There's never a right time to live with someone, nor is there ever a right time to get married. So, go for it.
Thank you Nike
It's Just Do It.

Stick to memes, bro. lol
Off brand nike*

Wtf you gonna ruin my momentum I'm just getting warmed up I woke up the sun is in my eyes! Jezses


Someone's gotta knock your ego down from time to time. lol


Dawg.

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I swear, if I ever actually meet you down in Socal, I am going to kick you. lol


I just had a weird visual of a beefcake giant with his giant hand on the head of a tiny Asian woman as she flails her arms and legs in an effort to punch/kick him.

OK I'm done here.
You've used that meme over three times woman! It's no longer a spicy meme
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Not even a meme lol.

You'll always be the original beefcake to me.

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There's never a right time to live with someone, nor is there ever a right time to get married. So, go for it.
Thank you Nike
It's Just Do It.

Stick to memes, bro. lol
Off brand nike*

Wtf you gonna ruin my momentum I'm just getting warmed up I woke up the sun is in my eyes! Jezses


Someone's gotta knock your ego down from time to time. lol


Dawg.

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I swear, if I ever actually meet you down in Socal, I am going to kick you. lol


Oh? I'll make sure to bring a step stool for ya then. *smirk*

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😢 It's not my fault you are the personification of the jolly green giant.
Bahahahaha


I will just sick the cancer man on you. I think he is around your height. I just gotta wait for him to get his hip done. LOL
Hold up I'll grab his walker for him. Lmao

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I hate you. lol
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Ex husband and I didn't marry until after 10 years... it ended in chaos.

Let people live and let's stop judging. Sometimes you just know, there's great chemistry, and are a really great match with someone.

Whether you wait long or don't wait at all it can end in chaos... there is no "perfect" number of years or months for any particular couple.

If people jump into a marriage and it doesn't work, that's their problem. BUT I also know couples who did get married/moved in together pretty soon and they are doing great.

The main issue is ignoring obvious red signs that you two are not good for each other and still get married. A lesson I have learned for sure.
Uh, Jane, IF I would have given David (Ex bf; Saggy) the green light to move in with me; that would have been DISASTROUS as he was a "gold digger"....I am NO man's "Sugar Momma". 😡

THANK YOU VENUS RETROGRADE (I posted it about 17 minutes ago).

🤗 cyber hugs!

Love,

Eva
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lol Well then good for you, trusting your intuition and knowing something wasn't right! Don't ignore those red flags.
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There's never a right time to live with someone, nor is there ever a right time to get married. So, go for it.
Thank you Nike
It's Just Do It.

Stick to memes, bro. lol
Off brand nike*

Wtf you gonna ruin my momentum I'm just getting warmed up I woke up the sun is in my eyes! Jezses


Someone's gotta knock your ego down from time to time. lol


Dawg.

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I swear, if I ever actually meet you down in Socal, I am going to kick you. lol


Oh? I'll make sure to bring a step stool for ya then. *smirk*

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😢 It's not my fault you are the personification of the jolly green giant.
Bahahahaha


I will just sick the cancer man on you. I think he is around your height. I just gotta wait for him to get his hip done. LOL
Hold up I'll grab his walker for him. Lmao


I hate you. lol
Lol hot wheels....



LOL ok I'm done.
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Hey, at least he doesn't think using "knock off brand" slogans are a thing.
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I don't think time is a determinant in how long a relationship can or will last. People are never ready for long-term commitments, be it marriage or live-in relationship, unless they really set their mind to it. Key component to a long lasting and good relationship is co-dependency or some sort of reliance on your partner which is what makes them indispensable. The sooner a person has found these facets, the sooner they are in a durable relationship. You can discover this about a person in just 6 months, given that you're paying attention. So what makes one indispensable:

A) A complementary partner (he/she has qualities that you lack in but desire to have), this leads to co-dependency which is ideally what you should have in order to have a good lasting relationship;

B) Assets (they bring in their own financial assets to help out in your time of need and or so they aren't a financial burden on you. There's a peace of mind if you know there's someone you can rely on financially in your time of need. This again leads to co-dependency, which is the component you need for a long lasting relationship);

C) Hard working, realistic and patient (nobody likes a wish washy, lazy and impulsive ass. Anyone that seeks these two particular traits in a partner is practical and mature enough for a relationship. Life is brutal and will try to break you down and anyone who has these qualities will be practical enough to survive the difficulties and have perseverance required in a relationship.
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There's never a right time to live with someone, nor is there ever a right time to get married. So, go for it.
Thank you Nike
It's Just Do It.

Stick to memes, bro. lol
Off brand nike*

Wtf you gonna ruin my momentum I'm just getting warmed up I woke up the sun is in my eyes! Jezses


Someone's gotta knock your ego down from time to time. lol


Dawg.

Image Not Found


I swear, if I ever actually meet you down in Socal, I am going to kick you. lol


Oh? I'll make sure to bring a step stool for ya then. *smirk*

Image Not Found



😢 It's not my fault you are the personification of the jolly green giant.
Bahahahaha


I will just sick the cancer man on you. I think he is around your height. I just gotta wait for him to get his hip done. LOL
Hold up I'll grab his walker for him. Lmao


I hate you. lol
Lol hot wheels....



LOL ok I'm done.
Hey, at least he doesn't think using "knock off brand" slogans are a thing.
I just woke up. I was still warming up....
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There's never a right time to live with someone, nor is there ever a right time to get married. So, go for it.
Thank you Nike
It's Just Do It.

Stick to memes, bro. lol
Off brand nike*

Wtf you gonna ruin my momentum I'm just getting warmed up I woke up the sun is in my eyes! Jezses


Someone's gotta knock your ego down from time to time. lol


Dawg.

Image Not Found


I swear, if I ever actually meet you down in Socal, I am going to kick you. lol


Oh? I'll make sure to bring a step stool for ya then. *smirk*

Image Not Found



😢 It's not my fault you are the personification of the jolly green giant.
Bahahahaha


I will just sick the cancer man on you. I think he is around your height. I just gotta wait for him to get his hip done. LOL
Hold up I'll grab his walker for him. Lmao


I hate you. lol
Lol hot wheels....



LOL ok I'm done.
Hey, at least he doesn't think using "knock off brand" slogans are a thing.
I just woke up. I was still warming up....
Cialis might help that problem...


You're like a fucking sniper just in the waiting for a clean shot LMFAO


I've taken a couple of head shots today.



Feeling extra shady.

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You really should eat less salt. Just sayn'
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Ex husband and I didn't marry until after 10 years... it ended in chaos.

Let people live and let's stop judging. Sometimes you just know, there's great chemistry, and are a really great match with someone.

Whether you wait long or don't wait at all it can end in chaos... there is no "perfect" number of years or months for any particular couple.

If people jump into a marriage and it doesn't work, that's their problem. BUT I also know couples who did get married/moved in together pretty soon and they are doing great.

The main issue is ignoring obvious red signs that you two are not good for each other and still get married. A lesson I have learned for sure.
Uh, Jane, IF I would have given David (Ex bf; Saggy) the green light to move in with me; that would have been DISASTROUS as he was a "gold digger"....I am NO man's "Sugar Momma". 😡

THANK YOU VENUS RETROGRADE (I posted it about 17 minutes ago).

🤗 cyber hugs!

Love,

Eva
lol Well then good for you, trusting your intuition and knowing something wasn't right! Don't ignore those red flags.

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Nope! 😉

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Love,

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There's never a right time to live with someone, nor is there ever a right time to get married. So, go for it.
Thank you Nike
It's Just Do It.

Stick to memes, bro. lol
Off brand nike*

Wtf you gonna ruin my momentum I'm just getting warmed up I woke up the sun is in my eyes! Jezses


Someone's gotta knock your ego down from time to time. lol


Dawg.

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I swear, if I ever actually meet you down in Socal, I am going to kick you. lol


Oh? I'll make sure to bring a step stool for ya then. *smirk*

Image Not Found



😢 It's not my fault you are the personification of the jolly green giant.
Bahahahaha


I will just sick the cancer man on you. I think he is around your height. I just gotta wait for him to get his hip done. LOL
Hold up I'll grab his walker for him. Lmao


I hate you. lol
Lol hot wheels....



LOL ok I'm done.
Hey, at least he doesn't think using "knock off brand" slogans are a thing.
I just woke up. I was still warming up....
Cialis might help that problem...


You're like a fucking sniper just in the waiting for a clean shot LMFAO


I've taken a couple of head shots today.



Feeling extra shady.


You really should eat less salt. Just sayn'
Seriously it was the Boston Cream donuts.

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I keep reading all these comments, typically younger women than me, but they will be "Oh I am engaged, and this weekend we will be celebrating 3-6 month anniversary!"

I cannot understand this, and it doesn't even have to be marriage. I have a friend that just moved in with his gf, and they have been together for 3 months. Why are so many people not thinking about it more, before making these huge decisions?

I feel like people rushing these types of relationships, are bound to be chaos. I am not saying all, but a good majority don't end well.

What is everyone's take on doing this in a relationship? Would you jump in and live with someone fast, or marry them fast? Am I weird to think that people should just slow down and get to know someone truly before making these decisions?
Being a single mom, I would never consider moving in with someone and I have no desire to be married again. I don't feel that marriage constitutes a committed relationship.
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I keep reading all these comments, typically younger women than me, but they will be "Oh I am engaged, and this weekend we will be celebrating 3-6 month anniversary!"

I cannot understand this, and it doesn't even have to be marriage. I have a friend that just moved in with his gf, and they have been together for 3 months. Why are so many people not thinking about it more, before making these huge decisions?

I feel like people rushing these types of relationships, are bound to be chaos. I am not saying all, but a good majority don't end well.

What is everyone's take on doing this in a relationship? Would you jump in and live with someone fast, or marry them fast? Am I weird to think that people should just slow down and get to know someone truly before making these decisions?
Being a single mom, I would never consider moving in with someone and I have no desire to be married again. I don't feel that marriage constitutes a committed relationship.
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True. I don't necessarily think I need to be married again myself. I

I just don't see how people can know if you are truly compatible for a sustaining relationship with only a few months under their belt.
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I keep reading all these comments, typically younger women than me, but they will be "Oh I am engaged, and this weekend we will be celebrating 3-6 month anniversary!"

I cannot understand this, and it doesn't even have to be marriage. I have a friend that just moved in with his gf, and they have been together for 3 months. Why are so many people not thinking about it more, before making these huge decisions?

I feel like people rushing these types of relationships, are bound to be chaos. I am not saying all, but a good majority don't end well.

What is everyone's take on doing this in a relationship? Would you jump in and live with someone fast, or marry them fast? Am I weird to think that people should just slow down and get to know someone truly before making these decisions?
THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!! OMG my gem asks me to move in together lots. We've only been together just over 3 months. I have a gut feeling about this one....HOWEVER why rush a good thing?!!! I told him I don't work like that. 1. you meet and fall inlove 2. move in together. Screw that. There's time and trust and the romance, like it's more beautiful and smart to take your time anyways. You learn a lot too without feeling trapped.

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Minimum before I start thinking of marriage: more than 2-3 years

People getting engaged/married in 2-3 months is crazy to me. I won't judge you but I certainly can't see the logic in it. Shoot, I'm still trying to develop comfort and trust for you on the 2nd/3rd month lol.

My parents actually got together and married in less than a year, perhaps months. Mother is a virgo and father is a leo.. so you can imagine the war in that alone LOL. However, they've been together 31-32 years and somehow still together.

Nowadays it's harder for me to see that succeeding with so much temptation out there. High divorce rate in NJ & NY
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Posted by nikkistar
I keep reading all these comments, typically younger women than me, but they will be "Oh I am engaged, and this weekend we will be celebrating 3-6 month anniversary!"

I cannot understand this, and it doesn't even have to be marriage. I have a friend that just moved in with his gf, and they have been together for 3 months. Why are so many people not thinking about it more, before making these huge decisions?

I feel like people rushing these types of relationships, are bound to be chaos. I am not saying all, but a good majority don't end well.

What is everyone's take on doing this in a relationship? Would you jump in and live with someone fast, or marry them fast? Am I weird to think that people should just slow down and get to know someone truly before making these decisions?
I witnessed this first hand with a friend of mine. I honestly don't think he knows why he jumped the gun so fast.
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Posted by Queenofthepheasantfairies
Depends on the generation I believe. People in their 60's now. Didn't date long before being married I doubt even lived together and their relationships lasted/last year's. Younger generations although I agree may rush into it can't be arsed to put the work and effort into relationships to make them last. However I feel if you know... you know. Go for it. But be prepared to keep working for it.
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