There must be couples who felt they love each other so much they just want to stay together for life. I think of a gay couple I know who stayed together 30 years. They had none of those societal motives or to have children.

Then, even though the reason to marry may be for those life reasons, the person you choose to be with is the one who wins over your heart. It's that person you feel love for above any others.

You have to really love someone to go through life together. The ups and downs of life, having children... even couples who truly love get torn apart by the stresses.

I am a product of being taught to believe in fairy tales. Now, Disney changed that to teach girls to be more independent.

I've complained to no end on here about my h because we developed such a problem. But, he sure did seem like Prince Charming when we first met and married! I was floating on air.

Maybe that did set me up for a fall.

People still need to have children. Children still need parents.

I hope marriage doesn't become obsolete.