Is asking god for something okay?

YEs. God loves to hear what you want. It was him that gave you those desires. I must warn you that some of the best answered prayers are when God doesn't answer with what you thought you wanted. He loves you so much, and he wants to protect you from evil. Imagine you are asking for a certain partner...why would God give you one if She/he is evil? Just remember, even when you can't hear him...He is there.