Engagement is such an exciting time for couples, but it’s not a thing to be taken lightly. If you and your partner are considering moving forward with this massive step, what are some things to think about before you take that leap" What are some conversations you should have together to set your relationship and future marriage up for success" Be sure to have a conversation together about the questions below and really consider the compatibility of your answers before moving forward. You will be much more likely to have a happy engagement and?more importantly?a happily ever after!
1. What Does Marriage Look Like to Each of Us"
What has each of you experienced with the marriages of people around you (most specifically your parents, but potentially other important people, too) and how has that impacted the way you view marriage as a whole" Does marriage simply symbolize a strong commitment or does being married mean there will be major changes in your lives – such as divvying up responsibilities differently, taking on certain roles in the family, changing the amount of privacy you?re each entitled to, etc" Knowing how both you and your partner view marriage from the beginning will help give you a better understanding of what marriage means to each of you, and how that meaning will affect your future marital partnership. 2. Do We Want Kids"

This question is a major one and is an essential question for each person to answer before yo...