In need of Advice
I am 23 year old college student, last night I proposed to my girlfriend of 5 months. In context we both have agreed to not actually "tie the knot" so to speak until we both graduate with our advanced degrees which will take 2 more years. My question(s) for you guys out there is: Time frame? I feel comfortable about the situation now but, I understand how life changes people. Next fall she will graduate with her bachelor's and is contemplating grad school out of state, while I finish my dual degree. My friends think Im crazy and we are telling her parents tomorrow. I wonder if our action to earnest, and I don't want her to give-up on a very promising career on my account. My question finally; is there anyone out there that married in their twenties thats been through long distance relationships, and found ways to make it work? I really truly love this person but I am also aware of the divorce rate in this country, and the picture that has been painted of marriage in general. I don't pretend to act as though I'm not concerned or even fearful. Yet I also feel we deserve each other and in that regard I want to give our relationship my best. So, if there is anyone that has had a similar circumstance or perhaps the wisdom of experience, frank well-intentioned advice is needed. Thank you.
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