Wow its been a long time since I replied to a messege, but this was a topic that I've pondered upon for quite a long while.
The reality is that you should get married when you feel you're up to it. I've for the longest time have been ready. However, anyone that does know me, knows that I'm not the most reliable/dependable person, but deep down, I myself know I have what it takes. I haven't a good job, nor a rewarding career, yet I make the most out of it without any ill feelings. It is part of life that you will have ups and downs. Every girl that I have met (that isn't to say I've met them all) always wants a promising future. One with something to look forward to, not a poor person or a person with troubles. I cannot promise anything to anyone as I do not know what the future beholds. (do know that I'm not saying poor people don't get married)
I'm still 19 (yes it may come as a surprise to some of you

) ... and my parents and all the adults in my life have discouraged marriage for me until I've secured a future for myself and a prospective partner. In essence that very opinion makes me long for it more. (the forbidden fruit)... You withhold something from someone and they'll long for it more.
I've realized that life is full of challenges and choices/options that I don't even understand, but I've got a whole lot of time to learn.
So that brings me back to the original question of what exactly is the appropriate age for marriage.
To answer that, I'll just say, given that whenever you feel yourself ready to take on the challenge, then you're ready (atleast that is my opinion, feel free to disagree) I know that wise words don't necessarily have to be spoken by wise people, it can also be spoken by fools and in my case I think I'm a fool.
Anyway I think that is all I'll say for now.
(I only started on this topic because I was having a very long discussion about it last night)
Well take care and inshallah you find someone worthwhile to spend your time with.
