Little Bit Married

This insightful guide full of expert advice and anecdotes to help you navigate that confusing time after ';just dating' and before ';I do.' You've been dating for more than a year. You talk on the phone with his parents. You go on vacations with each other's families. And yet, you're still left wondering: ';Where is this going?' If this sounds familiar, you're not alone. While no one needs to rush into marriage, many women find themselves in the seemingly endless state of being a little bit married. In this practical, no-holds-barred guide, Hannah Seligson delivers an eye-opening look at why serial long-term relationships have become the new romantic rite of passage. From making life-changing sacrifices for your partner to dealing with doubts, Seligson explains how to make the most of this ambiguous situation, including: *; What are the signs that your partner is ready for long-term commitment? *; How do you make decisions about careers, cohabitation, and religion when there isn't a ring? *; What's the best way to mention the ';M' word to a commitment-phobe? *; How long should you stay A Little Bit Married before tying the knot . . . or moving on?

This insightful guide full of expert advice and anecdotes to help you navigate that confusing time after ';just dating' and before ';I do.' You've been dating for more than a year. You talk on the phone with his parents. You go on vacations with each other's families. And yet, you're still left wondering: ';Where is this going?' If this sounds familiar, you're not alone. While no one needs to rush into marriage, many women find themselves in the seemingly endless state of being a little bit married. In this practical, no-holds-barred guide, Hannah Seligson delivers an eye-opening look at why serial long-term relationships have become the new romantic rite of passage. From making life-changing sacrifices for your partner to dealing with doubts, Seligson explains how to make the most of this ambiguous situation, including: *; What are the signs that your partner is ready for long-term commitment? *; How do you make decisions about careers, cohabitation, and religion when there isn't a ring? *; What's the best way to mention the ';M' word to a commitment-phobe? *; How long should you stay A Little Bit Married before tying the knot . . . or moving on?