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Love and Marriage, Love and Marriage....

I wouldn't dream of telling people what to do with their lives. I'm just asking for opinions out of interest. Personally, it would be difficult for me to do again, having done it once before (23 years).

Love and Marriage, Love and Marriage....

Now there's an idea! Perhaps we could get points taken off for any infringements?!!! Hmmmmmmm.

RE: Based on first impression, which would you be more likely to see me as?

Uh oh Jac... still duplicating! OP, you're cute, but a wee bit young for me. You are definitely dateable for the appropriate age group though. Always did like a musician! So, good luck (and take it easy on the eye make up)

Love and Marriage, Love and Marriage....

..... does it still go together like a horse and carriage???? I mean point is we don't have many carriages around anymore these days, do we?

Anyway, having just read the other thread about whether or not the words "'til death do us part" should be abolished from marriage vows... I got to wondering....

Should marriage be relegated to the past? Is it still an institution worth pursuing? With the incredibly high divorce rates, it certainly doesn't seem to be working very well. I know more people who have divorced these days than those who have stayed in one marriage.

These days when I go to weddings, I feel kinda melancholy, because I can't help but think - It's all wonderful now, but how long will this nirvana last?

So, how about people still get married, but kinda like a driver's license... it has to be renewed every 5 years?? Perhaps as part of that process for a few months beforehand we have to do some workshops on relationships then a practical and written exam to prove that we're still taking our marriage vows seriously? Or would you make it a longer period? Could that possibly help people to stop taking their partner for granted? Or would it just increase the divorce rate?

What do you think?

My sister's tequila fruit cake recipe!!!

Hmmm. I must confess I love it - occasionally.... Especially in margharitas.....

RE: do you leave me alone?????????

Yep the clicks are the only thing we understand!!!!

RE: I just don't know how to talk about it....................

You can admit it on the crushes forum if you prefer!!!!!

RE: Who Created the Marriage Vow Words To DEATH DO US PART?

It's 'TIL death do us part, I believe! ... and well, I think that is an awfully long time. Personally, I think marriage vows should require renewal every 5 years!!!

RE: hello there everyone...

Good luck - try the search tool.... and you can get to know people quite a bit on these forums!

RE: YOU GET THE FEELING SOMEONE IS GOING TO TAKE YOU FOR A RIDE....WHAT DO YOU DO?

Trust your instincts. If you want to be taken for a ride, fasten your seatbelt. If you don't - get out of the car! You are in control!

RE: Enigmas

No. The fun comes from finding them out!!!

RE: Complete the sentence...

beautiful lingerie! ..........and men who have the ability to make them feel like they are the only and most special woman in the whole wide world....

RE: Enigmas

Oh dear... Knitting was NOT my best in our Housecraft lessons - unfortunately I knitted more holes than anything else! Fine if you're in the Southern hemisphere, but not otherwise!! Do other talents count?

RE: Who (on cs) Do You Have A Crush On? (or, can we do this...?)

I wouldn't say they're crushes, but there are a few men I would definitely like to meet if they were closer!

RE: What is the worst thing you’ve ever eaten for breakfast?

Ewwwwwwww but I know what you mean! Fortunately only happened once or twice in my life....!!!!

RE: on a lighter mood and lets have some fun !!!!

Trueheart! You ARE feeling frisky today!

RE: on a lighter mood and lets have some fun !!!!

Ha ha! Now I'm feeling hungry!

RE: on a lighter mood and lets have some fun !!!!

Drizzle them over pancakes!!!?????

RE: Does anyone cook anymore?

Yay! I love a man who knows how to cook! I think it's an art. I am okay at cooking, but not great... I can follow a recipe but don't have that instinctive feel for it. I'd like to take a few more cooking classes and get better at it.

RE: you have met someone and you are falling in love,what is the most romantic thing you would do?

What a lovely original idea! I for one would LOVE that! I've always loved treehouses

RE: How Many Tears Have You Shed

Thanks for your honesty. I'm glad men are now coming round to the idea that it's okay for a man to cry! It has absolutely nothing to do with manliness.... In fact I think being able to show your vulnerability is a strength.

I cry often. I get moved often - by my children and by other people, in movies, by world events. I cry when I'm happy and I cry when I'm sad! It isn't always easy, but I'm glad I have the gift of being able to feel compassion for others.

RE: Old time songs of Romance

.... and here's the fabulous Louis Armstrong:

RE: Old time songs of Romance

Here's another beautiful one by Nat King Cole. It makes me feel quite tearful - reminds me of my mum....

RE: Old time songs of Romance

Here's a beauty.... Unforgettable by Nat King Cole

RE: Old time songs of Romance

I agree! Those were the days when romance was still alive!!!! Such beautiful lyrics....

RE: puling ????

Some things are better off kept to yourself I reckon!!!

RE: reincarnation:which animal would you like to return as?

My first thought was a tiger as well, or an elephant (my 2nd favourite animal) wild and free, but then you are definitely HUNTED - so on second thoughts, would prefer to be a big bird so I can escape those pesky human hunters!!!!

RE: Why do we still judge people by origin,believes etc..

Yes it appears to be a human failing. I think a lot of our judging comes from a place of insecurity or fear. That person is different - they are unknown therefore we don't know what they might do therefore they make us feel out of our comfort zone therefore we judge or criticise them. As Jac said, it requires thinking out of the box!!! Celebrating our differences is definitely the way to go... How about a new thought: They are different therefore I might learn something from them and grow in wisdom from the experience...

RE: CS Pub will now reopen..........

Aw and here I was trying so hard to give up drinking wine during the week! After my day today, I reckon stuff it. It is close enough to Friday!!!! I am tired after my late night last night with the gals watching "Eat Pray Love". Good movie but looooooooooong and never seen so many women in a movie house nor heard such a racket before the movie started!!!! Good choice of song Starshinebright....

RE: Lets try a little love,instead of bashing!

Thanks!!! Well, if you aren't too hectic meeting family and friends, we should meet up for coffee some time! Will you be in the northern suburbs? Oops gotta dash to pick up my son from his school cricket match so will check later......