What do you think about an 18yr old getting married?

wmp55	It's your business only. And the marriage will last as long as you are both responsible enough to stay.

Wendy	you sound like you are mature enough to make that life long decision and I will say congratulations, I wish you a life of love and happiness together

bunny	It may seem "right" now. I married 3 weeks after my 19th b-day. I thought he was perfect, gorgeous (looked liked Tom Selleck & Burt Reynolds morphed) smart & funny, etc. 3 years later I realized how miserable I was & blamed him for my not getting an education & good job. I'm glad we never had kids. I hope it works for you. But the fact that you mentioned the "military benefits" makes me wonder if you're doing it for "all" the right reasons. Best Wishes in whatever you decide.

you.	its fine at least you didnt get preggy at 14 or soemthing liek that it your life not any one elses

zether	usually statistically young married couples do not last

yooper guy	Personnally, I think it's too young. Live for yourself for a couple years. Find out who you are, what your interests are, what you want to be or do. If you both go through with it, I wish you the best.

Joe M	You have already made up your mind, you just want someone to give you an answer that will make you feel good about it. At your ages, I would say you are way to young. I had gotten married at 23 and looking back, I should have waited. I was also in the military and marriages started just before entering never seem to last. You may be the exception and you will last forever and be incredibly happy, but you may also win the lottery tomorrow. So take you odds how you want. If you can wait a bit longer, you can really think it out and decide for yourself, not for a little extra money.

Hopeicouldhelp	i think 18 is 2 young. i mean, 18...ur not even old enought to drink. but like you said ur ready. Personally i would wait until i turned 21 to think about marriage. Well thats all. by the way...CONGRATS!

I'm Gonna Tell You	Yeah, why the hel! not? If it doesn't work out you can always get a divorce. I mean divorces are the easiest thing in the world to get, and kids deal with that stuff all the time, so it's not like you HAVE to stay together if it doesn't work out...right? People treat marriage as such a permanant thing. How stupid! Marriage is just like going out, but now you have a piece of paper saying you're serious.

Marines 4 Life	personally, i think you are lucky that you found the "one" who you want to be with so early on in life. i think you should go for it, have fun, and have a great life together. good luck!

snowblossom1984	Its all up to you. I met my boyfriend at 17, im 22 now. We knew from the first month that we wanted to get married. And we would be if it weren't for our less then steller finacial situation. Sometimes you just know. Also, I use to work w/ this retired couple, they're in their 80's.They were married at 17. For some of us, its just right.

sshazzam	I would say if you are sure, do it. I waited till I was 33 to get married and I am glad I did because I am a totally different person than when I was 18. I have different needs and wants, different interests.

HONORARIUS	After reading what you wrote, I have come to the conclusion that you already know the right answer...

babycakes_rocks	you should wait a few years and then get married

manonfire	You are correct in your staement that noone else can tell you if you are ready or not. Only the two of you know. The one piece of advice I would offer is this. Make sure that your free spirited partying days are over. Nothing will end a marriage of "young" people faster than when one or both feels like they have somehow missed something by being married so soon. It happens a lot and to people who thought they were ready before.

tailingred01	If you don't think it's right for someone to tell you "yo aren't ready for this", then why are you asking the question? From experience, I can tell you that it will probably be fine for the first couple of years. But after that, you go through some major maturing and you become different people than you are currently. True, we are always changing, but not as drastically as you will in the next several years. Don't do it...not right now. You are acting upon emotions and the fear of the unknown. Let him go in to the Air Force without being married. If it's meant to be, then it will happen at a better time. Enjoy your youth and freedom. Don't take things so seriously yet. Go to school, get a degree, get a career and enjoy yourself.

incurably_indecisive	well if that is what you believe then why even ask? i see absolutely nothing wrong with getting married at 18, it seems like you have a plan, so go for it. You are smart enough to know that as long as you have a plan mapped out you are okay. good luck, i know long distance is not easy, but i think you will be just fine.

Quinntin P	if you know the responibilities of marriage, then YES! you should get married....good luck*

Hillary = NO CHANGE!	Go for it hun :) My boyfriend and i have been dating for almost 3 years now and have been talking about it for a few months (getting married). I'm 19...20 in october. Dont plan on having kids right away or anything but. We're just meant to be. Hes older then me...grown up...gone thru a lot in his life...as have i and we're just ready. We're a perfect match. And thats what you have to look for :) If you are in love and you know you're meant to be together....go for it. Doesnt mean you are going to be tired of each other in 10 years like i seen someone say in an answer. I hate when ppl say that lol especially when they have no idea how your relationship is. But thats what you'll get when you ask questions like that. Anyways...go for it. And i hope everything works out for you hun ! -Jennifer

Mr. Yah	If you are that sure then it does not matter what we think. You have already answered your own question.NEXT

jimena	If you are ready go for it, I'm 18 and I'm getting married in a couple of weeks, my fiance is in the Air Force too, and we are living in Germany, we were together for over a year before getting engaged, although our relationship was a long distance one we worked it all out, and we couldn't be happier, I'd lie to you if I said everything is perfect, and that things will not change between you both, cause they will, but then again you both will change together, yeah, you will get a lot of benefits from the AF once you get married

Lauren K	I have been with my boyfriend for three years. I am 18 myself 19 in Decemeber and my boyfriend is 21. We have talked about getting married, but it is too early in our lifes. Marriage is a huge step than what people believe it to be. Just think long and hard about it. I mean if you are so unsure of what to do than I'm pretty sure you should not want to marry him and if you do because people believe it is the right thing to do but in your heart you know it is better if you wait. Then wait and if he wont wait for you than it shows you tat you weren't meant to be in the first place. Just make a decision that is in the best interest of you. It's your time to be selfish and only think what i best for you not everyone else.

sandip a	Well .... Marriage is big Responsibility, it is a commitment .. it is a bond between two soul. Ask yourself are you Ready to take this responsibility or not ..? If both of you are financially secure then there is no problem. You can go ahead and do merryâ€¦

Classy Granny	If you think your ready for marriage do it. MIlitary family benifits are more than just sending money home.

Tom Jr	At 19 and 21, you don't even know yourself yet. Granted, there are people who do it successfully; but the vast majority fail. Whether you are right for each other isn't something you'll know until you finish developing into adults.

kristie_94	Honestly, this is a hard question, because now days the average age for marriage is around the 30's, but if you think of the past it was completely normal for a 19 yr. to be getting married, and those marriages usually lasted. So, i believe it all depends on your level of maturity, and your commitment to each other. Realize that it is a very big deal, signing a contract to each other. My best friend was married at 17 and her husband is in the military as well, they seem happy, she is now 19 with two very young children, its a lot for her, especially since he is leaving for Iraq soon. So, I'd say at least be patient and wait for children. good luck.

Argue with a tree	i think it's fine..if u really think ur ready..u r. u dont have to explain it to other people, as long as u can explain it to urself!

maggie	If you're absolutely positively sure then....go ahead, get married! :]

churppy	We were together for 2 years when we got married. After we started fighting and we were just unhappy because we felt we didn't get to live our lives. I was 18. We got divorced a year later. Follow your heart, but my advice is to wait.

nymania_01	Personally I think it's rather young. If you love eachother then why not.

yp_cindy_lewisburg	Are you ready to be married and be alone? This isn't about money or status, it is about two people that can handle staying commited and true no matter what and at your age that is a lot to bite off. I bit it at 18 and found at 30 that I really felt I had missed out on lots of fun. If your love is real it will weather the time in the airforce and still be strong when he returns. I suggest waiting so that you both still have the freedom without regret to experience the rest of maturing.