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Right and Wrong Reasons to Get Married

From Sheri & Bob Stritof,
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If you are considering getting married, make sure you are getting married for the right reason. Here's a listing of both the right and wrong reasons to get married.

Wrong Reasons to Get Married

  • Want to be free from parents.
  • To have sex.
  • To ease loneliness.
  • To be happy.
  • To be an adult.
  • Because of a pregnancy.
  • He or she loves you.
  • For money.
  • For immigration purposes.

Right Reasons to Get Married

  • You are in love with one another.
  • A desire to share your life with another.
  • To have a lifetime companion.
  • Realistic expectations.
  • Willingness to fulfill one another's needs and desires.

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