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Sometimes I'm asked, "If you're married, why don't you wear a wedding ring?" And I'm like... Why should I? I never deemed it neccessary, I don't even have one, since our marriage had no wedding (just documents). It's all nice amd cool if you choose to wear it because, for example, you like the design of it, you're so in love you want thw world to see etc., but why put pressure on somebody to wear it? It makes me think people need a mark to let others know, so they are not approached by any other man/woman. Because, you know, words don't mean what they're semantically supposed to mean (such as "no" for example). It's absurd.
I am a man and I wear my ring all the time. Not as a sign for others to keep off (that's not necessary :-)), only for me... sometimes in stressful moments, I look at it and think "You are a lucky bastard, you have the best wife on this planet" and it cheers me up
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I do not wear a wedding ring neither does my husband. We know we are married and that is all that matters. Because I have seen way too many people who have one on and are cheating. It doesn't deter people away. It seems more like a challenge for some to see if they can get in your pants.
So they can be handcuffed together for eternity <3
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Oh for Gods sake, it's a ring. Marriage is not (supposed to be) a prison. Marriage can be hugely rewarding, loyal and loving. Frustrates me to no end how people love to s**t all over the idea of getting married even to people who want to.
I know people in days past, saw the ring as a sign of ownership. And the custom of the bride's Father paying for the wedding was part of her dowry. It was like paying the husband for taking responsibility for her support. Today, many couples pay for their own weddings and rings.
Neither my husband nor I wore one for almost 40 years, had to sell the ones we had for grocery money one time. We never bothered to replace them since it just didn't really seem necessary, see the "almost 40 years" part above.
I am a man, and I wear mine all the time.. I even had an engagement ring. Just because I see us both as equals..
I can see this, and have heard stories of friends being in the wedding party, and then after the stress of the entire operation, from announcement to the end of the reception, they become no longer friends.
I personally hate the idea of parents planning their child's weddings. I think it's about the soon-to-be husband and wife, and they should plan it how they want it. After all, people can leave their parents without a wedding.
It is a sad fact that certain individuals do consider it their 'special year' exclusively , i.e. no one else is allowed to even get married in 'their year'. My sister-in-law was told this by her fiance's soon-to-be stepmother. Yes, his soon-to-be stepmother. SMH.
The only time my in-laws were my marriage business was when they paid for my divorce attorney. I love them
I don't find these very relatable, except for one or two. The others just make me sad for people who are in these situations.
Well, loads of people marry because they believe in "love" (i.e. unreasonable passion) and not in actual "love" (i.e. mainly trust). One is very short lived and the other one can last forever. Oh and also we live in a very individualistic society, in which marriage is more of a commodity than an actual commitment...
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I'm not a big fan of these. The art work is adorable, but the message is kind of depressing. I love being married, my sweet husband is the best thing to ever happen to me. It's not always easy, but marriage is just hard work. You get what you put in.
Totally agree. Every relationship is a game of give and take
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I don't really like this. They were kinda funny, but anyone who secretly feels this way, shouldn't get married. We eloped specifically to avoid all of the debt, drama, judgement, and negativity that can come with a wedding. I was excited to marry my wife. We wanted a marriage, not a wedding. It's just the 2 of you when the party's over, and if you already have doubts, or fears, don't do it. This whole new age "practice marriage" stuff is beyond me.
I'm sure there are people that are like this all over the world. But you have to remember you don't have to sit there take this bollocks. Any situation is 50% them, 50% you... for sitting there and taking it.
Hey if these are relatable, it's time for you to change the world around you. You should never expect divorce, your parents and/or inlaws should never pressure you or ignore your wishes, you shouldn't cheat, you shouldn't feel imprisoned by marriage, and you definitely shouldn't hate or distrust your partner. Leave the marriage is a prison troupe to TV. It's your life, you deserve happiness, and if marriage or your partner is hindering that, then change it.
I suspect the artist went through a bitter divorce or is tired of seeing all of his friends find love and get married leaving him alone.
Or.... he could be creating the cartoons to go along with an Advice Column where people write in needing help with their relationship problems.
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My spousal unit and I wrote our own vows including "Love each other as long as we treat each other reasonably." That was 28 years ago. And here we are...
* You're bride wouldn't let your pals give you a bachelor party and will not allow you to play cards or watch sports with your buddies on the weekend but expects you to respect her friends. You will be totally pussy whipped a long as the marriage lasts.
sad state of affairs...one or two funny, but marriage can be treausured and beautiful.
I'm officiating a wedding in a few weeks... I wish I had gone to law school and became a divorce lawyer instead of a counselor. Then I could marry them and split them up in one swoop. #iknowimawful
… and cash in twice ? Why don't you start "All out Concept Weddings". Tie the knot in the morning, have a great reception (there goes the cash register bell again), get enough evidence by the surveillance team - and have it used in the divorce session in the evening.
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I don't find these very relatable, except for one or two. The others just make me sad for people who are in these situations.
Well, loads of people marry because they believe in "love" (i.e. unreasonable passion) and not in actual "love" (i.e. mainly trust). One is very short lived and the other one can last forever. Oh and also we live in a very individualistic society, in which marriage is more of a commodity than an actual commitment...
Load More Replies... I'm not a big fan of these. The art work is adorable, but the message is kind of depressing. I love being married, my sweet husband is the best thing to ever happen to me. It's not always easy, but marriage is just hard work. You get what you put in.
Totally agree. Every relationship is a game of give and take
Load More Replies... I don't really like this. They were kinda funny, but anyone who secretly feels this way, shouldn't get married. We eloped specifically to avoid all of the debt, drama, judgement, and negativity that can come with a wedding. I was excited to marry my wife. We wanted a marriage, not a wedding. It's just the 2 of you when the party's over, and if you already have doubts, or fears, don't do it. This whole new age "practice marriage" stuff is beyond me.
I'm sure there are people that are like this all over the world. But you have to remember you don't have to sit there take this bollocks. Any situation is 50% them, 50% you... for sitting there and taking it.
Hey if these are relatable, it's time for you to change the world around you. You should never expect divorce, your parents and/or inlaws should never pressure you or ignore your wishes, you shouldn't cheat, you shouldn't feel imprisoned by marriage, and you definitely shouldn't hate or distrust your partner. Leave the marriage is a prison troupe to TV. It's your life, you deserve happiness, and if marriage or your partner is hindering that, then change it.
I suspect the artist went through a bitter divorce or is tired of seeing all of his friends find love and get married leaving him alone.
Or.... he could be creating the cartoons to go along with an Advice Column where people write in needing help with their relationship problems.
Load More Replies... My spousal unit and I wrote our own vows including "Love each other as long as we treat each other reasonably." That was 28 years ago. And here we are...
* You're bride wouldn't let your pals give you a bachelor party and will not allow you to play cards or watch sports with your buddies on the weekend but expects you to respect her friends. You will be totally pussy whipped a long as the marriage lasts.
sad state of affairs...one or two funny, but marriage can be treausured and beautiful.
I'm officiating a wedding in a few weeks... I wish I had gone to law school and became a divorce lawyer instead of a counselor. Then I could marry them and split them up in one swoop. #iknowimawful
… and cash in twice ? Why don't you start "All out Concept Weddings". Tie the knot in the morning, have a great reception (there goes the cash register bell again), get enough evidence by the surveillance team - and have it used in the divorce session in the evening.
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