gypsy, when both are still clearly NOT ready, there is nothing to talk about.. but pretty often, even BOTH are ready, in the western country they still might maintain common-in-law relationship, live together, have mutual assets, etc. In Qatar the question “Why Not Now?” is pretty much valid.
I got married after 1 year and a half of nice relationship..our neighbours were very good and patient..lol..


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