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My boyfriend of 16 years told me he doesnt believe in proposing for marriage and that he will never propose in front of my family and his family. I made it a requirement to marry me and he said he is not doing that... Should I just end this? I am turning 30 in two months and I really want to get my life started.

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16 years?? Im surprised this is coming up so late. 
I don't really understand wanting to get married- but if that is the life you personally want, you ought to make it a reality. Clearly in this situation, you'd have to compromise getting married- and it sounds like it's not worth it to you.

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Marriage and family are very important to me. I would break up with him.
It really depends how important it is to you. Especially with 16 years invested. Personally, I wouldn't blame you for leaving.
Can I ask why this hasn't come up until now, tho??

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I mean after 16 years its obvious he doesnt want to get married. If that's something you absolutely want then leaving him may be the only choice

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I mean why haven’t you spoke about this before now? 16 years is a long time to be with someone and not to have had this conversation.
If marriage is really important to you then yes, you need to end this and find someone else.

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you probably was doing wifely things at girlfriend prices and he doesn’t see a reason for marriage .... I would definitely leave, he’s not worth any more of your time

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If it’s a dealbreaker for you then leave. You don’t have to settle for anything.

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Yes. It's time to move on, love your life and persue a relationship that can fulfill you completely. 
If you want marriage and he dosent then that's that. Hes proven he means it because a 16 year long relationship with no progress says it all.
Time to leave.

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I would leave him so I can experience life. I can’t imagine being with the same dude since 15 years old.

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I left the wrong for me man at age 31. Best decision ever. I am married to a man who proposed after 6 months together. He is perfect for me and you should find your perfect for you. He’s probably not going to marry you after all these years but you probably know best if that’s true...

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He doesn't respect you or love you enough. Two good reasons to leave.

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