Are you ready to get married?
Marriage is supposed to last a lifetime. Are you ready for that
big step? Here are some indicators that can help you find out.
With the high divorce rate, it may seem risky to get married
these days. Of course, marriage has always been a risk since we
don't know how we'll get along with someone under the same roof,
no matter how long we've known each other.
If you are flirting with the idea of getting hitched, assuming
you have found someone with whom you share a serious
relationship, you may want to consider indicators like those
that follow. While there is no fool proof way to guarantee that
someone is or is not ready to wed, issues like the following may
help you reflect on potential problems to deal with before
saying "I do."
1. Will your financial condition contribute to a successful
marriage? Although you and your intended may have agreed that
you will not work for a while, or might work for fewer hours or
less of a salary, money problems are at the top of the list of
issues that married couples fight about. Unexpected expenses
like medical bills, home and auto repairs, and recreational
costs can soon have the most loving couple at each other's
throat as bulldogs more than lovers. Make a budget with your
beloved and determine if both of you can live within a joint
framework of shared income and expenditures. If conflicts arise,
make an appointment to see a marriage counselor.
2. Can you put up with your fianc