Things have worked out pretty well with us so far. Best wishes in whatever you decide. I have been happily married to a non-mormon for 20 years. Lok for certain things: Spend some time with a few and you will know what to look for. Children thrive on clarity and consistency. Having read the majority of the posts, my only real comment is that "sacrifice must be appreciated by both parties". We are here looking for the other people who live this life and understand how difficult and, at times, painful this career is with which to live since the majority of people think like you until they see our families in action. Again, reading your blog definitely opened up my eyes to many things I was totally oblivious to. I got married so that we could build a life together. We're giving it to you straight because we hope to help you avoid the heartache many of us have experience due to the harmful teachings of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.
I say to you, decisions determine destiny. It would be foolish to acquiesce a Mormon girl to drink coffee. Personally I have a rule that I will not enter a relationship with a believing Mormon. The bottom line is that you are setting yourself up for difficult times ahead. Best of luck, and God bless. I worked my butt off and supported our family through internship, residency and two fellowships always looking forward to the day when he would finally be in practice and things would get 'easier". So, I'm in a relationship with a 3rd year med student and we are trying to find a date to get married. My boyfriend and I moved in together when he started his fellowship last year. See her good qualities for what they are and see it as a good relationship to remember. Would you rather give up the prospect of being married in the temple, the assurance of children being raised in the church, and parts of Mormon culture for your boyfriend, or a great man for your beliefs.
At that point, I would have gotten half of everything we own. Because Mormons retain old-fashioned values, Mormon girls are raised in a traditional environment by good fathers. I'm a single, financially independent woman. I just don't want to jump to conclusions and am trying to prepare myself for a new normal. None felt right, ever. Interesting to read the concerns of so many doctor's wives. I get to experience the joys of his culture, which I never would have known otherwise. Although, I also would question the fact that you're doing all the contacting I just do not text anyone that often or call people. Stages of a Healthy Relationship. My parents, siblings and grandparents are all active members; as am I.
While the Church allows dating at 16, it discourages serious relationships until you both are older and considering marriage. In retrospect, I believe I was being led to my current spouse. My family is pretty awesome in the church.
Wow i am dating a dr and love him so much but i wonder if love is enough.