So you’re thinking you’re head-over-heels in love, but you’re just not sure if your guy is marriage material – how do you know? Getting married is a pretty huge decision, a life-long decision, in fact. And, it’s a decision that means your relationship will need to stand the test of time and a heap of highs and lows. When they say, “in sickness and in health,” they mean it – life happens throughout the duration of a marriage. It’s also a ton of fun. Getting to live with and spend all your time with your favorite person in the world can mean some of the best times of your life are headed your way, but you want to be sure you share them with the man of your dreams. So – how do you know is he is marriage material? Here are a few things to get you thinking, but just remember: ultimately, you’ll know in your heart.
1. He’s totally cool with your guilty pleasures. Love a little Real Housewives marathon now and then? He’s totally with you, white wine in hand. Have a thing for ice cream? He’ll run to the store at 10pm in a snowstorm just to grab you a pint. And you know what? You’d totally do the same for him.
2. He’s just plain funny. Your man makes you laugh at even the most ridiculous things- even if you’re mad at him- you can’t help but laugh because he’s such a ham. He’s not afraid to bust out his best dance moves at family weddings, just to make you crack up-and you love it. In fact, you just can’t get enough.
3. He’s right there with you for family dinners every Sunday and loves every minute of it. Mixing in with someone else’s family can be a tough one (even if you are totally in love) and he makes it happen with ease. Mom loves him, cousins adore him and even your older brother calls him bro.
4. He trusts you implicitly. He knows how much you love and adore him and he leaves all jealousy behind. He feels good and solid in your relationship – and you have an equal understanding about that.
5. He can’t stop talking about you. Your guy is proud of you – from the work you do to the sweet love notes you leave in his lunch. He loves you and he’s not the least bit ashamed to let the world know why.
6. He doesn’t hold a grudge. Your man understands that arguing is definitely part of a long-term relationship, but he fights fairly and because he loves you so much. He gets that when you’re flying off the handle, he may have to be the one to interject a little bit of reason. He’s totally cool taking the high road and letting you have a little tantrum every once in a while – and then he never says anything more about it.
7. He gives you your own space. Your man totally gets it – a little absence always makes the heart grow fonder and he knows you each have to do your own thing every once in a while. He loves being with you, but he also loves a little time with the guys. And you totally agree.
8. Deep in your heart – you just know he’s your guy. There’s not much to say about this – it’s different for everyone, but you definitely just know.
Is your guy marriage material? Are you ready to tie the knot?
