WhenClaire Spivey and Justin Duggarconfirmed their engagement in November, fans were understandably confused.

Spivey’s mom subsequently confirmed the couple has indeed set a date.

Likewise, when one fan asked, “I’m not curious, I’m suspicious.

Claire Spivey fiance Justin Duggar

He’s just 18, and they’ve only been ‘dating’ for a few months.

From the beginning of our courtship, to engagement, [it] was 14 months.”

ParentsJim Bob and Michellerequire dates to be chaperoned, including during phone calls and online communications.

Claire Spivey smiling Justin Duggar

However, Spivey clarified, “We announced to the family for official documentation in May!!”

She added, “So it was 14 months, we just kept 8 of them quiet.”