When I was little (I don't remember how old I was

) I was watching someting that dealt with some girl's true love finding her. I accidentally said out loud,"Wow, I hope the one that is meant for only me, finds me soon!"
My mother, heard it and sat right next to me. In her sternest voice, she said, "That is a western way of thinking, there isn't really such a thing. Your husband has been choosen for you since birth, and he is the one you will live for...do you understand?"
I nodded, tears streaming down my sad little face. I was always such an obedient girl back then. When I was 14, I found out that the guy I was to marry had died years ago. My mother never mentioned it to me. When I turned 16, they have been bugging me to get married ever since! I can proudly say that I am single and in no hurry.
So when I was little, I secretly wanted to be the bride of someone that loved me.....*simple wish, really*