[PSY]

Originally Posted by Nova

Do you mind if I ask what kinds of issues?

Having children, for instance. I mean, we started dating when we were 17/18 years old, so that was the last thing on our minds! As time progressed and we became more "serious", however, that became a topic of discussion. Now, there are SOME mature individuals out there who know exactly what they want out of life, out of relationships, etc. and they can get everything out in the open prior to the two year mark... but I think most people need at least two years to get to that point. Even after two years, you may not know the person as well as you think you do. Hence why I'm also a fan of engaged couples living together for at least a year. It's yet another opportunity to get to know the other person before committing to a lifelong relationship with them (theoretically, at least).