I remember a time when it didn't matter. Skirting around the topic of family, values or kids or anything related meant you didn't count on having the relationship head in that direction.

I'm not saying I'm ready. I'm just saying I'm different now.

I feel like I've stopped dating boys, and I'm dating a man now. How strange is that?

I feel like I've come to a really tough crossroad. I thought this would be an easy decision to make, as I've said to him before. But how do you choose between a dream career break of a lifetime, and the person you want to be with for the rest of your life?

This job offer in Singapore is something I've been looking and trying for the last couple of years. And it's a foot in the door to what I want to do internationally, a regional springboard at least. My best friends are excited for me with this job offer, while he's left it up to me to decide. I tell myself, it's only a three month contract and the time will go by fast. But knowing me, one career opportunity always leads to another and I might deal with the same questions again in three months.

I know the waiting is romantic, and sometimes we need to learn patience through our experiences. But we're only young once.