Hi, I'm 18 and my gf is 16 and I'm gonna ask her to marry me this summer and we'll probly get married next summer.I make enough money to support both of us easily,while she goes to college. I'm taking over the family business we own 4 grocery stores.We love each other very much, shes the love of my life and my soulmate. Both sides of our family's is in full support of the idea,well two of her aunts aren't. Also were both homeschooled and shes doing to grades at once this year so she'll be outta school when we marry.But does anyone think it's wrong for us to marry at 18 and 16?..Thanks
2007-04-09 19:59:44 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Marriage & Divorce
for me your age is not a problem for your relationship 'coz i believe that if you and your partner are trully inlove nothing can stop it,,no 1 can dectate what you have to do about your relationship....so much of that...i wish you all the luck...
2007-04-09 20:14:34 · answer #1 · answered by RENASCYEN A 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you are 16 in the state of New York you must have written consent from BOTH parents. A legal guardian can sign for you if the parents are absent or one parent may sign if the other is absent. I believe it is not illegal to marry an 18 yr old if you have parental consent. It is illegal to have a 16 yr old girlfriend if you are 18. After you are married the adoption of his child is legal. A minor who is married has automatic emancipation. You'll need a family law attorney to get the mother to sign over her rights and the lawyer will draw up the paper work for you to adopt the child. Why do you not have someone taking care of you? No grandma or aunt in your family that can look after you until you turn 18? If you have no one to sign you'll be 18 in two short years. I know when you're in love it may seem like forever but I think it may be a good idea to wait. Not only because of the red tape you'll have to go through to get married but your marriage will stand a better chance if you are older. Good luck! I hope everything works out for you.
2016-05-21 04:47:31 · answer #2 · answered by kristen 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think its great. If you as a man 'have what it takes' to support a family, getting married young is a great plan. I was 21 and my wife was 16 when we married. I started looking for a wife when I was 18, but couldn't get the parental support that you have.
We've been married 30 years and have 10 children. We also have a family business, and my sons are partners with me. Our family also homeschooled. We have no regrets!
Love to you both ... and have a great journey (smile).
2007-04-09 20:08:07 · answer #3 · answered by Sultan 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If you're taking over the family business, then ask her for a pre-nup. Tell her you expect to never need it. If she loves you for you and not for your money, then it should be no problem. If she says you should trust her, then I think you should wait a few years. Suggest that you both go to college so that you can have an education. You'll never regret an education, and you should have a business degree from a good college in order to run your family business. You have plenty of time to get married. The divorce rate for people who get married before 21 is really awful. If it's meant to be, it will stand the test of time.
2007-04-09 20:35:29 · answer #4 · answered by Katherine W 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Oh hell no here we go again kids marrying kids what`s wrong with people today. Why are young kids doing this don`t you wanna grow up and experince life on your own live on your own party with your friends check out college and get your life together first get a job save some money. Date more than one person geez think about it why do you think the divorce rate is so high cause of kids marrying kids.....
2007-04-09 20:17:42 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
I dont think that it is necessarily wrong for marriage at that age but I dont think that it would be a good idea. Your girl hasnt really experienced life yet. I think staying faithful with each other is going to be the real hurdle. Honestly, What is wrong with holding off for a while? Unless one of you is terminally ill, there really isnt any rush. After all, the only difference is a piece of paper.
2007-04-09 20:10:37 · answer #6 · answered by pvtlandrum 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
In my opinion, it is too early for you to marry. You should atleast wait for two years to tie knot. In any case, if you marry at the age given by you, I would advise you not to parent the child. You have your life ahead. Enjoy for 2 - 3 years, settle down, save enough money and then plan for the child.
Good luck and God bless.
2007-04-09 20:09:30 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
in my country the average of getting married is up of a higher level from 23 and over.
people are very young to get married in 18 but if you feel mature and you made of a priority in your life it is fine
2007-04-09 22:57:10 · answer #8 · answered by Confident Girl 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
its in the mental. as long as u r mentally prepared and mature enough. nothing is impossible. But do consider the consequences and everything else, i.e, responsibilities, that comes with marriage.
Being married at16-18 is probably not young, but being parents at 16-18, would probably be...too young.
2007-04-09 20:14:08 · answer #9 · answered by sapphire 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I think you are quite young to marry and iot sounds like you have not had much experiance of life and met as many people as you should. get ingaged but leabe the marraige untill you are 21 or she is at least 18.
2007-04-09 20:25:09 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋