Marriage is an outdated institution that should not exist. In 200 years, it probably will no longer exist. We're meant to procreate and be slutty, folks. :MARIS61:
Marriage isn't for everyone. In fact, I would encourage anyone who questions the validity of marriage not to do it. For me, however, it's been the best decision of my life.
They briefly discussed how marriage is much more popular in the US than elsewhere in the world. People marry here younger and more times (via divorces, etc). I think a lot of this is the marketing of marriage and how every girl dreams her whole life about her "dream marriage" and having everything perfect.
My cousin just married a woman that's been married five!(counting him) times. Hearing shit like that scares me off of the idea until i'm at least in my 30s.
I saw yesterday on the news that more women are "marrying down". More males have figured out that marriage is a scam, especially earlier in life. Women have an expiration date when they start hitting their 30s, while men just get better like fine wine. :MARIS61: http://www.latimes.com/business/mon...g-down-20140212,0,3296715.story#axzz2tFPJ8rzN
He's one of those gotta be married to stick your penis in her type guys, so that probably doesn't help.
My theory is that in Oregon, there are very limited options for potential spouses, that's why its easier to get married younger. You don't see yourself leaving there, so you may not find anyone else. When you're in a larger city, there are endless supplies of potential mates, so you're always looking for the bigger better thing.
That certainly seems to be the case in small towns up here. I can't tell you how many people got knocked up right after high school either.
If she'll leave simply because she doesn't get a ring, I wouldn't give her one I found in a crackerjack box.
I recommend to any who want to marry, have the financial means to support a marriage and don't be too young. I was mid 30s when I married. There are advantages whether you have issues with the institution or not. I traveled extensively and never thought I'd get married until I met my wife and we've been together 25 years. It's by no means for everyone or necessary, but if you find the right person you'll know and there will be no question. I think when you get my age, you'll appreciate the companionship more than you think you will when you're young.
