Marriage is a great institution, but who wants to spend the rest of their life in an institution?
Ha, Ha, Ha, Ha, Sorry, I couldn't resist.
2006-12-25 16:33:07
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answered by iraqisax 6
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I say that marriage is the tracks that keep you and your spouse together on the roller coaster of life through the ups and downs. The secret to a great marriage is to make sure your actions show your love to the other person. Thus, both your actions and words should match that love. This is very hard, but worth a great marriage.
Also, you need to hang in there when you are in one of the down points of life and work through it. So many people are looking for "quick" solutions for everything in life and divorce is not a quick and easy solution. I am a divorce lawyer and can say, that except for a few marriages, divorce does not make the underlying problems go away.
I have been married for 14 years and have had many a great time, and many a bad time. But I know that there is one person in this world I can count on and who loves me no matter what. I trust him with my life. There is nothing that could be worth that to me.
2006-12-26 00:43:14
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answered by Legal_Beagle 2
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well that;s fine, but most people get married so they can have kids and not feel guilty. Although the divorce rate is high, many couples do not get divorced, so I think it all depends on who you choose as your mate, your expectations of that person, your acceptance of their expectatiions of you, and general compatibility. Marriage is complicated and if you get married and say cheat on your spouse and they divorced you for it you could loose things that you have built up together, such as house, cars, businesses, wealth, childern, etc. So a marriage license does prove that you are committed to a life with one persson and would risk all that to be in that life.
IF marriage is not for you, then dont get married, but there are benefits, and I suggest if you want children, they deserve a two parent loving home.
2006-12-26 00:33:26
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answered by adrixia 4
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I wouldn't say that it is a waste of time, and I don't believe that people get married just to divorce. Most people marry with good intentions. They just rush in to it without really knowing the person.
I do agree that a license doesn't prove anything. But it is a piece of paper that entitles couples many rights not afforded to those who choose to marry without involvement from the state. If you are not married your loved one's best interests (medical, financial etc.) are in the hands of his/her parents or other family member.
This can be critical if life-changing decisions are in the hands of others who may not know your loved one's wishes.
2006-12-26 00:42:31
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answered by pinniethewooh 6
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No way! I think marriage is a blessing. I have been happily married for 10 years and I would not trade it for anything. I love knowing that there is someone waiting for me at home and will be there if I need anything. I love having someone to call and talk to during the day. We talk 4 or 5 times a day while at work and then go out on dates a couple nights a week.
If you are not married to the right person, then I am sure it sucks, but being married to your soulmate, someone who is willing to work at the relationship, is incredible. There is nothing better.
2006-12-26 00:32:47
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answered by bashnick 6
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I believe that saying that you don't want to get married, and claiming that "all you need is love" is being afraid to commitment. Believe it or not, people do not get married just to divorce. Divorce is too much of a hassle. Marriage is a sign of commitment and it is devoting your life to someone. No matter how you twist it, you haven't done that just "being in love". Marriage is a bond between woman and man that proves that they belong to each other and don't doubt that their love will last forever. Contrary to popular belief, i think marriage licenses prove a lot of things.
2006-12-26 00:38:36
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answered by The best Me there is!!! 2
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I agree with your sentiments. I've been married and then divorced. It's bad enough that a couple is separating, why does the government have to be involved; it really is just adding insult to injury. Besides, if you never get married, you'd never have to get divorced.
2006-12-26 00:34:11
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answered by mpicky2 4
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I feel you shouldn't get married too young. In your 20's you change alot as you age. You don't know where you are going or your own self in your 20's. Later in life, you will know when you meet your soul mate and if you can't live without him, and marriage is what you want and need, then go for it.
2006-12-26 00:36:24
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answered by elanabutcher 4
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To me its symbolism, true, marraige does not equal love, and many people get divorced, but saying that is like saying people date just to break up. If love is true it will prevail
Theyres also the financial benifits, thats why many get married
2006-12-26 00:33:25
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answered by Ethernaut 6
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I used to feel the way you do...until of course I got married. I have only been married for seven months, but I feel it is my greatest accomplishment. It all just depends on one's life experiences.
2006-12-26 00:55:43
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answered by babyj248 4
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