To Michaela

Submitted by Ami (United States), Apr 6, 2007 at 16:50

It is my understanding that traditional American style dating is just not a part of a Muslim's culture. Marriage thus becomes more important. Because you are SO young, I would still advise you to take your time. He may pressure you because he wants to be married, but will wait too.

For example, my friend married a man during college (both students at same university) from Lebanon. He didn't really want to date (which freaked her out at first), but wanted to be married.

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