I am a 24 year old college student dating a 30 year old (not in college). This is my first serious relationship. We have only been together a year but I dont want to be one of those women in a relationship for 5 years...I dont know why I just think its stupid, if you love the person shouldnt you be ready for marriage? The other day it came up when talking about purchasing a home...he said in a couple years it depends, am i still in school, how are we financially...etc. But I have also expressed that I do not want a big wedding so finances wouldnt change.... I am new at all this and would like some advice, I am sure I am being stupid.