I had my first boyfriend when I was 18. I waited until I went off to college. Not because I wasn't interested in high school...I just didn't have time. I was too busy living life. Since I started dating, I've had 3 relationships. One that last all during my 18th year. Then I was single again until my final year of college...I went on a few dates but nothing serious happened. After I graduated I was with a guy for two years. We were completely different people and I'm actually quite happy that relationship ended. And now I've been with my current boyfriend for a little over a year. He and I are both music teachers so we get each other XDD I'm interested to see where this relationship goes. It's definitely the best one I've had. :)

I think if you are ready to date, you are ready to date. I don't think there is anythign wrong with having a significant other at a younger age (like in high school). My brother had a girlfriend that lasted from 7th grade through 12 grade (off and on). They didn't end up together but they were a nice couple until the end. It was very innocent even in high school. Some people are ready for it, some aren't. Some people are ready for it but don't care. Some people just don't have the time. I think you just know.