I wouldn't call it a bucket list but I did have certain expectations of what I wanted myself to achieve before settling into a long-term relationship. The only thing I didn't have done before moving in with live-in was starting my career, but now that that seems to be starting I guess that's getting towards done too.
Notice I'm not saying "before marriage" because as much as I believe in and support the institution of marriage you can have a relationship that's just as healthy, committed and stable without. Not that I'm saying "I'll never get married" because I probably will, but it's important to remember that often times when you move in with someone, married or not, you're only qualified as a "single" on your taxes.
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