Marriage can be a beautiful thing but there are just some things that are just nice to do before you get hitched. Enjoy your ‘single-hood’ (I don’t think this word exists but it just sounds good..lol) while it lasts.
Here is a list of some things to do before you get married:
1.Travel
A few years ago I took a 30 day tour across Western Europe. It was absolutely awesome! I couldn’t have done it if I was married with children. I would have to most likely wait until after retirement. I know you may not be able to take such a long and mind you – expensive vacation, but even a few fun vacations will suffice.
That’s me in Paris, France
2. Shopping
Go on a shopping spree or indulge in one expensive item of your choice. You know, that item that if you were married, you probably had to talk to your other half about. Hey, you work hard for your money..so without making it a habit, go ahead and buy that something knowing you might not always have the luxury to do so once you’re married.
I myself, love to go to Brazil to buy most of my clothes. I go once every year or two years and go prepared for a shopping spree. I don’t go to the malls much here in Toronto since I save and wait until I’m in Brazil to buy most of my clothes. They are somewhat less expensive and very likely nobody in Toronto is wearing what I’m wearing ;–) That’s me in the picture below after a day of shopping in Brazil.
3. Learn to Cook 3 Great Meals Like a Pro
Cooking can actually be fun if you can prepare a few delicious meals. Pick 3 meals you love, learn to make them, and always have the ingredients on hand. You can impress yourself, your boyfriend, and your guests. While everyone thinks you are such a great cook, all it took was mastering three recipes…hehehehe
4. Finish Up Schooling
Don’t stress yourself with trying to arrange a wedding and finishing school. If you can wait just a little longer, finish up that course first. You need full attention and good health to pull those good grades and feel care-free once you are done!
5. Dating
If you don’t have a steady boyfriend yet, don’t sweat it! Here’s your chance to meet and date lots of men before committing to one and then realizing he’s not the one. I’m not saying have’ sex’ with lots of men and if you’ve read my previous posts you know I would not advise such a thing. What I mean is DATE..have fun getting to know different men, take your time, and figure out what kind of person you really want to be with anyhow. No expectations. Some guys can actually just turn out to be good friends.
6. Keep a Savings Fund
Yes, I did say it was okay to splurge and buy something you love but that doesn’t mean you should spend everything you earn. If you are working, try to save little bit of each paycheck. It might be easier to open a separate bank account and have the funds transferred each pay. Set a specific amount…even $50 and put it away. Saving a little each paycheck is great to do before you get married. Once you are married, you may find yourself with some hefty bills to pay so having a savings fund can help with the extras expenses.
7. Get the cat or dog out of your bed!
I don’t own a pet myself, but I know you might… and you probably sleep with your pet too, am I right? Well, make sure you kick that habit before you get married. Three is a crowd. Your pet may also become quite jealous if you all of a sudden get married and kick him or her out of bed! Not nice.
Do you have any other things that you think you should do before you get married?
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How about buying a red sports car? lol