My boyfriend and I are both 18 years old. And he keeps promising that we'll be together forever. He's had a lot of hard times and I've been there through it all. He's my best friend but we're 18. I was just wondering if you think thats too soon to start thinking like that? or is that a good thing? We've both been through crappy little high school relationships and now that high school is over, when we met he told me that he was looking for the person he could spend the rest of his life with. Is it possible that he really does feel that way? I know I do. I was just wondering what you all think. Is 18 too young you think or is that a probable age to start having these kind of thoughts? I know my parents married when they were 18 so...any opinions would be great! Thanks
2007-01-09 02:26:54 · 23 answers · asked by imperfectsimplicity 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Singles & Dating
It depends on your maturity level. Hard times are a good way of making someone grow up quickly. I am 21 and I am engaged (getting married in April). you just want to make sure that you are engaged for a decent amount of time... that way you will be able to really tell if it is true love or just "lust" (^_^)
2007-01-09 02:34:52 · answer #1 · answered by Nicole E 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
THINGS R NOT THE SAME AS WHEN UR PARENTS MET AND THEY WERE 18. U BOTH R 2 YOUNG 2 FEEL LIKE U WANT 2 B 2GETHER 4 EVER. HEY IT'S SWEET AND ALL BUT U NEVER KNOW HOW U R GOING 2 FEEL WHEN U TURN 21 AND ACTUALLY EXPERIENCE LIFE AS FAR AS 2 GOING OUT 2 CLUBS AND DOING THINGS U BOTH CAN NOT DO NOW AT THE AGE OF 18. U CAN B SO IN LOVE AND THINK IT'S GOING 2 LAST 4 EVER BUT NOTHING IN LIFE LAST 4 EVER. ALL I SAY IS CONTINUE TAKING IT ONE DAY AT A TIME AND SEE WHERE LIFE TAKES U BOTH. GOOD LUCK I WISH U BOTH THE BEST. BUT ALWAYS REMEMBER THERE IS A LOT MORE IN LIFE U WILL WANT 2 EXPERIENCE ONE DAY.
2007-01-09 02:36:13 · answer #2 · answered by Baby Gurl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
For some, it works. My husband and I have been together since I was 14 and now I'm 28. But you go through a time in your younger twenties and sometimes older where you realize that you may have grown apart. By that time you may have gotten married or have children. You want to know for sure before you end up getting divorced with children in the picture. There's no rush on things so just take things slow and enjoy life with him. If you make it through, then decide. Wish you the best of happiness.
2007-01-09 02:35:35 · answer #3 · answered by pro2call10 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no 18 is not to young. Some people are not mature at 18 and then no they should not get that serious but you sound like you have you head on right and know what you both want. And the fact that he is your best friend means alot. I hope that you have a wonderful life together.
2007-01-09 02:37:21 · answer #4 · answered by Mac H 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Any age is to young to start thinking forever and ever! Nothing is forever, and although it feels like you love this person that much--stop trying so hard to predict the future! It seems that it is putting a lot of stress on the relationship, because you are even wondering it and would bring it to this forum. Remember love like you've never been hurt, live everyday like it is your last day, laugh at every joke, and learn like you want to be taught--stop worrying about the future and focus on making everyday the very best it can be!!!
2007-01-09 02:34:24 · answer #5 · answered by Austins Mom 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes, 18 is way too young. When your folks married at 18, lifestyles were very different then they are now. Wait until college, there are so many men, and you have so little time!!
Go have fun and party!!! You have the rest of your life, like the next 80 years to settle down!!!
2007-01-09 02:33:00 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
You both will change in the next 10, 15, or 20 years and he will probably not be the person he is now. Wait until you are at least 25 before you marry.
2007-01-09 02:33:38 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
18 is too young. You don't know who you're going to be in 5 years. People change so much in that period of time and a lot of times they grow apart. Don't get married for the sake of getting married.
2007-01-09 02:45:24 · answer #8 · answered by Tasha 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most of us have all been there at that age, from experience yes it is too young but of course I would have never realized that if I didnt go through the same thing. But it is still possible. Just dont get your hopes up.
2007-01-09 02:33:38 · answer #9 · answered by Tink 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
God Yes! It's okay that you have someone that close to you NOW. People (especially guys) change a lot as they grow and experience life. Don't put too much into this relationship, just enjoy each other's friendship. Take it one day at a time and let it grow and mature as you mature. If it's still solid when your say, 81, it was meant to be.
2007-01-09 02:30:40 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋