by Miranda Miller-Smith

Created on: February 27, 2009

Getting engaged is a huge step in any realtionship. It is also a turning point, so to speak. Once you have the ring on your finger, and you have said yes, you will begin to realize just how much everything is changing between the two of you.

Initially you will notice your new fiance smiling a lot more than usual. This is a good thing! Getting engaged is a huge step, and it is a joyous one! As a newly engaged woman, I know just how happy this development will make you!

Asides from the constant smiling, you will also begin exchanging very deep meaningful moments I staring into each others eyes and dreaming about your future. Converstaions grow to be very intense and serious, as you discuss the future. Will you have children, move or make some other major changes?

Getting engaged changes your relationship in good ways. I thought I was in love before, which I was, but it is so much more intense now, as there is a promise exchanged and the tone is set for the rest of our lives together. I feel giddy, nervous, excited and intoxicated. Who would have thought that getting engaged could make everything seem new, fresh, exciting and so fantastic?

Another thing worth mentioning, (if you engage in premarital sex) is this department will also change. Sex becomes more magical and meaningful when you are sure that the person you are making love to is the person you will make love to for the rest of your life. My sex life was great before, but now that we are engaged it is smoking hot!

Getting engaged will make you evaluate your life and goals. It will make you nervous, excited and maybe even a little crazy with all of the wedding planning you will be doing. It is a time filled with high emotions, and they are all great, in my opinion.

The only downside to getting engaged is when you have your first argument as an engaged couple, it is even more frustrating and intense. I thought we would not fight because we are so happy, but I was wrong. We had our first argument over something stupid, and it really sucked. We both laughed about it, but it is easy to get so overwhelmed, and a little stressed out and take it out on the wrong person. Unfortunately, any little fight can cause a lot of silly doubts. Just remember, this is a special time, and enjoy it! Talk out your differences and come to an agreement! If you can't, then that doesn't make the engagement seem too realistic...

I am glad I am engaged. I can't wait to get married and see how that changes things. I am already on cloud nine, so I am anxious to see how it is possible to be any happier than I already am!

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