<human>: My SO (M23) and I (F24) have been in a relationship for almost 2 and a half years, we have a wonderful relationship where we can be very honest and open with one another. The only real snag in our relationship is that about 10 months ago I reached a point where I decided that he's the one and that I want to marry him. The problem is that he's not there yet. 

I do my best to be patient with him and accept that it's just going to take him longer but I find that I get worn down and it really gets to me sometimes. I tend to go through cycles where I'm ok for a couple months and then I start thinking about it too much and it makes me feel sad and distant from him. He knows how I feel and does his best to comfort me. 

I was just wondering if there's anyone else who is going through this or has been through this that has any advice as to how to deal with being in different places in their relationship.

Can you give me the gist of the text in a nutshell?
<bot>: Classic girl (me 24F) is ready before boy (M23) to get married, advice on how to cope would be appreciated.