Recently, there have been an overwhelming number of articles written about getting married at a young age. There are articles about why you should live a little and not get married as soon as possible. Then, there are the articles about why you shouldn't wait to become Mr. and Mrs. People write on why they don’t want to say their, “I dos,” at a young age, and then you have those who talk about why they did not wait. Each article has specific statistical evidence on the pros and cons of waiting for the right time vs. getting hitched early. These articles discuss the financial issues, the divorce rates and the probability of cutting short your carefree years by putting a ring on your fiancé's finger. 

Everyone has an opinion on this matter, but my question is why do you care so much about their decision? It isn't you waiting, or you getting married. It is between the couple who has decided it was their time to take the next step. You might agree or disagree; you might think they are absolutely smart for taking the leap; or, you may think they are silly for not living it up while they are in their 20s. You have an opinion, which is your right, but that does not mean everyone has to share the same thought as you. 

My boyfriend and I made the decision to wait before we take the next step. I want to graduate and find a job before I get a ring. Does that mean all of my friends who are getting engaged or married within the year are wrong for doing so, just because my boyfriend and I want to wait? Absolutely not. My engaged and married friends made the decision because it was the right time for them. 

It is all about timing. Timing is important to remember because it tends to be a significant quality that is disguised as irrelevant. Opinions have begun to take precedence over the consideration that the timing of one person is different from the other, creating unwanted tension. My timing is not going to be the same as everyone else’s, and neither is yours. It is okay to agree and disagree on a subject. However, it is not okay to tell someone they are wrong for thinking or acting differently from you. 

If you have no intention of getting married in your early 20s, or ever, that is perfectly fine. Continue having an amazing time with your loved one without being husband and wife. If you are still single, then enjoy going on dates and exploring what makes you happy on your own. If you and your significant other are ready to tie the knot, now, then I wish y’all a wonderful marriage full of love, happiness and excitement. 

The timing will come when it is right for you, and the guy or woman who you plan on spending the rest of your life with. That timing might be when you are 20 years old or when you are 35 years old. Just be happy for those who are living a blissful life.