[sabang]

I think a period living together before tying the knot is sound policy.
Other than that, don't listen too closely to either naysayers or starry eyed optimists. Every relationship is different, unique in it's own way. Some work out, some don't.
I've lived here four years, an know some very succesful marriages- including to ex-BG's. Have seen the opposite too. But you could say the same about marriage to a farang girl.