I never thought I was the type of girl to care about marriage. I’ve always firmly been in the “If it happens, it happens” camp. Even after I met Zach and decided to move in with him, I still felt that way.

Until last month.

I want to get married. I want to purchase a home that’s completely ours, draw up our wills, and get serious about our future. I want to do all the husband-and-wife things.

As silly as it sounds, I want the piece of paper saying he’s mine forever.

I just have no idea how to tell him that.

This special edition of Textin’ Up My Heart by Teagan Hunter will resonate with anyone who has ever contemplated the future of their own romantic relationships.