What other people think is their problem.
I believe if two people want to commit to each other, God bless 'em.
Being "in love" shouldn't cause stress; it should relieve it.
Like a stone thrown into a pond, a good deed can create ripples that extend far beyond the initial splash.
You have only one life to live, so live it without worrying about what others may think.
The surest way to get what you need is to communicate.