DTLB58 |
10-17-2005 08:54 PM |
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Originally Posted by Jenson71
Hi. I've fallen in love in the past few months. And I've been thinking about marriage. I also read beer me's thread about his ex-wife and I got to thinking about that.
So here's a poll.
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Marriage counselors tell us, if you have not agreed on 4 major areas prior to marriage and how they are to work in every area you are not in agreement on, increases your chance for divorce. Religion, In-Laws, kids (whether to have them and how to raise them) and MONEY!
52% of marriages today end in divorce. The #1 reason for divorce today is money fights and money problems.
I have been married 16 years, here's my thoughts.
We have always agreed on the religion issue, so no problem there.
In-Laws have been an issue from time to time but never something that would ruin our marriage. Just remember, NEVER talk about in-laws in the bedroom.
Two great kids here, but yea there are several areas regarding kids that could create big arguments.
Money, Up until a year ago we were normal americans. Lots of debt and lots of fights about money. There were several times when I thought it could end because of MONEY! Thankfully, with in the last year we have finally turned it around as we are both on the same page now regarding money we have paid off almost all of our debt and things couldn't be better. But I will NEVER forget the stress debt and bills can put on a marriage. Don't underestimate this when considering your partner.
Good Luck!
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