Dear Harry 2

Dear Harry,

Do you think being married at 18 is a young age? I mean I really love him and I want to be with him forever, but I’m scared at the same time. And if I tell him to wait he’ll be mad. What do I do?

-Anonymous-

Dear Anonymous, marriage is a commitment you can not rush into. Getting married at the age of 18 is really young and I would advise you to take into consideration these factors:

1. If you do get married where do you plan to live? A married couple should have their own place. It does not seem right to still be living with your parents.

2. Will you still be able to finish your school? Marriage is a really big responsibility and consumes about half of your life. Will you still have time for school, hanging out with friends and live the life you want to? Think about what is beyond high school. “The bigger picture”.

3. How will he support you? What is the income your boyfriend receives? Usually married couples end up having children. Are you and your boyfriend financially stable to support a family?

Think about why you want to marry this guy so young? What is the rush? Not only will your views at 18 will change by the time your 25 but also your boyfriends. Your young enjoy life and believe me there is time for everything. Do not give in to peer pressure. If he really does love you, then he will be a mature adult and respect your decision regardless. According to Jennifer Baker of the Forest Institute of Professional Psychology in Springfield, Missouri, couples who marry under the age of 20 27.6%of women are divorced and 11.7% of men are divorced.