In a recent opinion piece at Business Insider, Shana Lebowitz proclaimed, “Divorce isn’t a failure…In fact, it could mean your marriage was a success!” According to the relationship experts cited by Lebowitz, the goal of marriage isn’t that two people become one flesh, or create a family, or even share lifelong love. No, the purpose of marriage, these so-called experts claim, is that we grow as individuals. Even marriages that end in divorce can accomplish that goal!
When Sarah and I got married, if I remember correctly, I think we stuck around the wedding reception maybe for a grand total of about 45 minutes. Not to put too fine a point on it, we had other places to be. The anticipation of a wedding is more than just a passing element of the joy and mystery of marriage. It’s why people laugh and throw rice at couples as they run for the getaway car. It’s why we celebrate in the first place. The beauty of promises made is matched only by the beauty of promises fulfilled.
It’s almost become a cliché to say that marriage is under attack in America. But the trends and statistics are undeniable.
Outspoken Christian actor Chris Pratt took to Instagram in the early morning hours on Monday to announce that he is getting married.
Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon, has reportedly been dating an actress and helicopter pilot named Lauren Sanchez for four months. The problem is, Bezos has been married to his wife, MacKenzie, for twenty-five years.
As the 3-year anniversary of her husband's death nears, Kathie Lee is reflecting on life as a widow.
After 21+ years of marriage, Tim McGraw and Faith Hill are opening up about what keeps their love going strong.
Even though Jeff and Angela Hartung have been together for more than 17 years, the couple is still getting to know each other.
