Marriage: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
1st-100th Anniversary Ideas
Here are some ideas to help you celebrate your wedding anniversaries. Both the traditional and modern gift suggestions for 1st through 100th anniversaries are listed. Anniversary symbols and ideas for celebrating your anniversary are included.
Here are some ideas to help you celebrate your wedding anniversaries. Both the traditional and modern gift suggestions for 1st through 100th anniversaries are listed. Anniversary symbols and ideas for celebrating your anniversary are included.
Dina Ruiz and Clint Eastwood
The marriage of Clint Eastwood and Dina Ruiz faces more of being in the spotlight with Dina's reality television show about their home life.
The marriage of Clint Eastwood and Dina Ruiz faces more of being in the spotlight with Dina's reality television show about their home life.
Traditional 1st Anniversary
Suggestions for traditional paper gifts for your first wedding anniversary.
Suggestions for traditional paper gifts for your first wedding anniversary.
Johnny Carson and Alexis Maas
Although Johnny Carson was married four times and often joked about marriage and alimony, his fourth marriage to Alexis Maas lasted 17 years until his death.
Although Johnny Carson was married four times and often joked about marriage and alimony, his fourth marriage to Alexis Maas lasted 17 years until his death.
10th Wedding Anniversary
Here are some 10th wedding anniversary ideas and symbols to help you choose tin, aluminum, or diamond jewelry associated with your 10th marriage anniversary.
Here are some 10th wedding anniversary ideas and symbols to help you choose tin, aluminum, or diamond jewelry associated with your 10th marriage anniversary.
50th Wedding Anniversary
Here are some 50th wedding anniversary ideas and symbols to help you celebrate and choose gifts associated with your fifieth, golden marriage anniversary.
Here are some 50th wedding anniversary ideas and symbols to help you celebrate and choose gifts associated with your fifieth, golden marriage anniversary.
25th Wedding Anniversary
Here are some 25th wedding anniversary ideas and symbols to help you choose gifts associated with your twenty-fifth silver marriage anniversary.
Here are some 25th wedding anniversary ideas and symbols to help you choose gifts associated with your twenty-fifth silver marriage anniversary.
40th Wedding Anniversary
Here are some 40th wedding anniversary ideas and symbols to help you choose gifts associated with your fortieth marriage anniversary.
Here are some 40th wedding anniversary ideas and symbols to help you choose gifts associated with your fortieth marriage anniversary.
20th Wedding Anniversary
The twentieth year of marriage is one of the big milestone wedding anniversaries. Here are some twentieth wedding anniversary ideas and symbols to help you choose china or platinum gifts associated with your 20th marriage anniversary.
The twentieth year of marriage is one of the big milestone wedding anniversaries. Here are some twentieth wedding anniversary ideas and symbols to help you choose china or platinum gifts associated with your 20th marriage anniversary.
Marital Sex Statistics
A look at the highlights of sex surveys, including the Durex Sex Survey.
A look at the highlights of sex surveys, including the Durex Sex Survey.
60th Wedding Anniversary
Here are some 60th wedding anniversary ideas and symbols to help you choose gifts associated with your diamond marriage anniversary.
Here are some 60th wedding anniversary ideas and symbols to help you choose gifts associated with your diamond marriage anniversary.
Coping With Infidelity
When you first realize that your spouse has cheated on you, your feelings of heartache and anger can cloud you making healthy decisions. Here's help in initially coping with an unfaithful spouse.
When you first realize that your spouse has cheated on you, your feelings of heartache and anger can cloud you making healthy decisions. Here's help in initially coping with an unfaithful spouse.
1st Wedding Anniversary
The first year of marriage is often considered the year of adjustment. Here are some first wedding anniversary ideas and symbols to help you choose paper or clock gifts associated with your 1st marriage anniversary.
The first year of marriage is often considered the year of adjustment. Here are some first wedding anniversary ideas and symbols to help you choose paper or clock gifts associated with your 1st marriage anniversary.
51st through 100th Anniversary
Here are some ideas to help you celebrate your wedding anniversaries. Both the traditional and modern gift suggestions for 51st through 100th anniversaries are listed. Anniversary symbols and ideas for celebrating your anniversary are included.
Here are some ideas to help you celebrate your wedding anniversaries. Both the traditional and modern gift suggestions for 51st through 100th anniversaries are listed. Anniversary symbols and ideas for celebrating your anniversary are included.
Duane Chapman and Beth Smith
Together for 16 years, Duane Chapman and Beth Smith married in 2006. The couple, their children, and their television show continue to make headlines.
Together for 16 years, Duane Chapman and Beth Smith married in 2006. The couple, their children, and their television show continue to make headlines.
Marrying the Right Person
Having doubts about who you plan to marry is not only normal, having doubts is healthy. Read through these statements to see if your doubts are reasonable and worth paying attention to or if you are having cold feet about getting married without having any rational reasons.
Having doubts about who you plan to marry is not only normal, having doubts is healthy. Read through these statements to see if your doubts are reasonable and worth paying attention to or if you are having cold feet about getting married without having any rational reasons.
Will Smith and Jada Pinkett
One of the ways that Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith try to keep their marriage strong is to stay in touch, even when they are apart.
One of the ways that Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith try to keep their marriage strong is to stay in touch, even when they are apart.
10th Year Anniversary Gifts
Although the tenth anniversary is considered one of the special ones, finding a unique gift using the traditional aluminum or tin suggestions can be difficult. Here are some ideas to make 10th anniversary gift giving a bit more romantic.
Although the tenth anniversary is considered one of the special ones, finding a unique gift using the traditional aluminum or tin suggestions can be difficult. Here are some ideas to make 10th anniversary gift giving a bit more romantic.
Traditional 2nd Anniversary
Suggestions for traditional cotton gifts for your second anniversary.
Suggestions for traditional cotton gifts for your second anniversary.
Johnny Cash & June Carter Cash
The 35-year marriage of Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash is considered to be one of the great love stories of the entertainment industry. During their tough times, Johnny and June were there for one another. Here's information on how Johnny and June met, information about their wedding, their children, and more.
The 35-year marriage of Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash is considered to be one of the great love stories of the entertainment industry. During their tough times, Johnny and June were there for one another. Here's information on how Johnny and June met, information about their wedding, their children, and more.
Wedding Anniversary History
We are often asked about the history of the wedding anniversary gift lists. Although the anniversary gift lists on this website are based on the lists provided by the Chicago Public Library, the tradition of giving specific anniversary gifts based on the number of years a couple has been married dates back to the Middle Ages.
We are often asked about the history of the wedding anniversary gift lists. Although the anniversary gift lists on this website are based on the lists provided by the Chicago Public Library, the tradition of giving specific anniversary gifts based on the number of years a couple has been married dates back to the Middle Ages.
Getting Married in Texas
Texas marriage license laws, regulations, and things you need to know before filling out your application.
Texas marriage license laws, regulations, and things you need to know before filling out your application.
Ten Most Important Questions
Don't get married without knowing your future spouse's thoughts on these issues that can kill a marriage. Compromise is usually not an option if the two of you disagree on these issues that can be deal breakers in a marriage.
Don't get married without knowing your future spouse's thoughts on these issues that can kill a marriage. Compromise is usually not an option if the two of you disagree on these issues that can be deal breakers in a marriage.
The Meaning of Flowers
Throughout history, lovers have given flowers to each other as a token of their longing, devotion, and love. The language and meaning of flowers has evolved through the years.
Throughout history, lovers have given flowers to each other as a token of their longing, devotion, and love. The language and meaning of flowers has evolved through the years.
Questions for Engaged Couples
You may not want to take the time to ask one another these questions, but asking and answering these questions is one of the most important things you can do for each other and your marriage.
You may not want to take the time to ask one another these questions, but asking and answering these questions is one of the most important things you can do for each other and your marriage.
The Best Marriage Advice
Couples like you share their marriage wisdom. We asked readers to share the best marriage advice they ever received.
Couples like you share their marriage wisdom. We asked readers to share the best marriage advice they ever received.
Know When to Call It Quits
Do you think you are at the point of wanting a divorce? If so, how do you know it is time to throw in the towel and file for divorce?
Do you think you are at the point of wanting a divorce? If so, how do you know it is time to throw in the towel and file for divorce?
Male Low Sex Libido
A man's low libido creates hurt, anxiety, frustration, and heartache in his wife. If not dealt with, differing sexual drives may destroy a marriage.
A man's low libido creates hurt, anxiety, frustration, and heartache in his wife. If not dealt with, differing sexual drives may destroy a marriage.
Not Connecting?
Gary Chapman's book, The Five Love Languages, is a how to on understanding and expressing your love for one another. Here's a rundown on the five love languages.
Gary Chapman's book, The Five Love Languages, is a how to on understanding and expressing your love for one another. Here's a rundown on the five love languages.
Signs of Infidelity
Here are some warning signs that your spouse could be cheating on you.
Here are some warning signs that your spouse could be cheating on you.
Marriage Warning Signs
Troubled marriages usually show warning signs or have red flags. This list of common signs that a marriage is in trouble could help you avoid problems in your marriage.
Troubled marriages usually show warning signs or have red flags. This list of common signs that a marriage is in trouble could help you avoid problems in your marriage.
Emotional Affairs 101
An emotional affair generally starts innocently enough as a friendship. Here's information about what an emotional affair is, how an emotional affair differs from a platonic friendship, warning signs of an emotional affair, how to protect yourself from an emotional affair, a quiz, poll, and more.
An emotional affair generally starts innocently enough as a friendship. Here's information about what an emotional affair is, how an emotional affair differs from a platonic friendship, warning signs of an emotional affair, how to protect yourself from an emotional affair, a quiz, poll, and more.
Donna Summer and Bruce Sudano Marriage Profile
Donna Summer and Bruce Sudano worked together during their long-lasting marriage.
Donna Summer and Bruce Sudano worked together during their long-lasting marriage.
Meryl Streep and Don Gummer
Meryl Streep and Don Gummer have one of the most successful celebrity marriages.
Meryl Streep and Don Gummer have one of the most successful celebrity marriages.
Philippines Marriage Licenses
If you assume that getting married in The Philippines is an easy process, you are mistaken. There are quite a few hoops to jump through to get married in the Philippines. Don't let the marriage license laws of The Republic of The Philippines put a dent in your wedding plans. Here's what you need to know and what documents to bring with you before you apply for a Republic of The Philippines marriage license.
If you assume that getting married in The Philippines is an easy process, you are mistaken. There are quite a few hoops to jump through to get married in the Philippines. Don't let the marriage license laws of The Republic of The Philippines put a dent in your wedding plans. Here's what you need to know and what documents to bring with you before you apply for a Republic of The Philippines marriage license.
Modern 1st Anniversary
Suggestions for modern clock gifts for your first anniversary.
Suggestions for modern clock gifts for your first anniversary.
What Husbands Want
In no particular order, here are ten things that many husbands often want from their wives.
In no particular order, here are ten things that many husbands often want from their wives.
5th Wedding Anniversary Celebration Suggestions
Wood, representing strength and a solidified relationship, and silverware, representing connectedness, are the traditional and modern gifts associated with your fifth wedding anniversary. Here are more gift and celebration ideas for your fifth anniversary.
Wood, representing strength and a solidified relationship, and silverware, representing connectedness, are the traditional and modern gifts associated with your fifth wedding anniversary. Here are more gift and celebration ideas for your fifth anniversary.
2nd Wedding Anniversary
By the time a couple celebrates their second anniversary, they are more cozy with one another, making cotton the appropriate anniversary gift. Here are some second wedding anniversary ideas and symbols to help you choose cotton or china gifts associated with your 2nd marriage anniversary.
By the time a couple celebrates their second anniversary, they are more cozy with one another, making cotton the appropriate anniversary gift. Here are some second wedding anniversary ideas and symbols to help you choose cotton or china gifts associated with your 2nd marriage anniversary.
Getting Married in Georgia
Georgia marriage license laws, regulations, premarital course, and other things to know before filling out your application.
Georgia marriage license laws, regulations, premarital course, and other things to know before filling out your application.
Traditional 3nd Anniversary
Suggestions for traditional Leather gifts for your Third anniversary.
Suggestions for traditional Leather gifts for your Third anniversary.
Getting Married in California
California marriage license laws, regulations, and other things to know before you fill out the marriage license application.
California marriage license laws, regulations, and other things to know before you fill out the marriage license application.
Shirley MacLaine & S. Parker
The unconventional, long-distance marriage of Steve Parker and Shirley MacLaine lasted for several decades. Here is information on how Steve and Shirley met, their marriage, divorce, and more.
The unconventional, long-distance marriage of Steve Parker and Shirley MacLaine lasted for several decades. Here is information on how Steve and Shirley met, their marriage, divorce, and more.
Anniversary Gifts Years 1-5
Don't forget your wedding anniversary! Advice on buying anniversary gifts for your first through your fifth anniversary.
Don't forget your wedding anniversary! Advice on buying anniversary gifts for your first through your fifth anniversary.
Eminem and Kim Mathers
Eminem and Kimberley Mathers' marriage relationship has been complicated through their years together by substance abuse. Their latest reconciliation and remarriage was not the start of a more stable relationship. Here's information about their marriages, children, divorces, and more.
Eminem and Kimberley Mathers' marriage relationship has been complicated through their years together by substance abuse. Their latest reconciliation and remarriage was not the start of a more stable relationship. Here's information about their marriages, children, divorces, and more.
Traditional 5th Anniversary
Suggestions for traditional Wood gifts for your Fifth anniversary.
Suggestions for traditional Wood gifts for your Fifth anniversary.
7th Anniversary Ideas & Symbol
Copper, wool, and desk sets are the traditional and modern gifts associated with your 7th wedding anniversary. Here are more gift and celebration ideas for your seventh anniversary.
Copper, wool, and desk sets are the traditional and modern gifts associated with your 7th wedding anniversary. Here are more gift and celebration ideas for your seventh anniversary.
White House Greetings
If you know a couple who is celebrating 50 years or more of marriage, or who was just been married, you can have a Presidential anniversary greeting or wedding congratulations sent to them from the White House.
If you know a couple who is celebrating 50 years or more of marriage, or who was just been married, you can have a Presidential anniversary greeting or wedding congratulations sent to them from the White House.
Marriage License 101
If you are confused about getting married, here's help in jumping through the legal hoops.
If you are confused about getting married, here's help in jumping through the legal hoops.
Teen Marriage - States A-F
If you are a teenager considering marriage, under the age of 18, it is important for you to understand the legalities and requirements concerning marriage of minors in the locale where you want to get married. Many states' teen marriage laws are making it more difficult for teens to marry.
If you are a teenager considering marriage, under the age of 18, it is important for you to understand the legalities and requirements concerning marriage of minors in the locale where you want to get married. Many states' teen marriage laws are making it more difficult for teens to marry.
Premarriage Questions List
Many of you asked to have the engaged couples' questions in our articles on one page so the questions are easier to print. Here they are!
Many of you asked to have the engaged couples' questions in our articles on one page so the questions are easier to print. Here they are!
Feeling Words
Sometimes naming or describing a feeling is difficult. Here is a listing of words to help you find the right word to say.
Sometimes naming or describing a feeling is difficult. Here is a listing of words to help you find the right word to say.
Marriage Officiants
Who can perform your marriage ceremony? Different states have different regulations about who can perform wedding ceremonies. Some states allow a friend or relative to fill this role.
Who can perform your marriage ceremony? Different states have different regulations about who can perform wedding ceremonies. Some states allow a friend or relative to fill this role.
Plan a Romantic Dinner
Remember that you don't have to have a special occasion to host a romantic dinner for your spouse. Set aside the excuse you can't cook.
Remember that you don't have to have a special occasion to host a romantic dinner for your spouse. Set aside the excuse you can't cook.
Common-Law Marriage
Common-law marriage is not as common as many people believe. Living together does not mean you have a common-law marriage. There are strict requirements that have to be met for common-law marriages to be considered valid. Additionally, only a few states in the United States recognize common-law marriages.
Common-law marriage is not as common as many people believe. Living together does not mean you have a common-law marriage. There are strict requirements that have to be met for common-law marriages to be considered valid. Additionally, only a few states in the United States recognize common-law marriages.
Wende and James Doohan
It took James "Scotty" Doohan awhile to achieve happiness in marriage, but he got it right the third
It took James "Scotty" Doohan awhile to achieve happiness in marriage, but he got it right the third
History
A look at the history of marriage and how marriage has evolved through the years.
A look at the history of marriage and how marriage has evolved through the years.
Kobe Bryant and Vanessa Laine
Information on the marriage and divorce of Kobe Bryant and Vanessa Laine.
Information on the marriage and divorce of Kobe Bryant and Vanessa Laine.
What Wives Want From Husbands
In no particular order, here are ten things that many wives often want from their husbands.
In no particular order, here are ten things that many wives often want from their husbands.
Renew Your Marriage Vows
Many couples want to celebrate and reaffirm their love and commitment for one another by renewing their
Many couples want to celebrate and reaffirm their love and commitment for one another by renewing their
Rebuild Trust
When your spouse has done something to break the trust between two, rebuilding trust in your marriage can be difficult. Here are suggestions on how to on rebuild trust.
When your spouse has done something to break the trust between two, rebuilding trust in your marriage can be difficult. Here are suggestions on how to on rebuild trust.
Throwing in the Towel
How do you know when it's over or when to throw in the towel on your marriage relationship?
How do you know when it's over or when to throw in the towel on your marriage relationship?
Marriage Counseling
Here's help in finding a counselor and deciding if counseling will work for your marriage. Included is information on what type of couple gets the most from marriage counseling and what type of couple receives the least from marriage counseling.
Here's help in finding a counselor and deciding if counseling will work for your marriage. Included is information on what type of couple gets the most from marriage counseling and what type of couple receives the least from marriage counseling.
Wedding Anniversary Stones
Listing of traditional wedding anniversary stones.
Listing of traditional wedding anniversary stones.
ADD/ADHD and Marriage
Two people, both with ADD or ADHD, can have a good marriage if you keep the lines of communication open, and if you don't try to coach one another.
Two people, both with ADD or ADHD, can have a good marriage if you keep the lines of communication open, and if you don't try to coach one another.
Reasons to Get Married
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.
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.
3rd Wedding Anniversary
The 3rd wedding anniversary is often when a couple is aware of their durability of their relationship. That is why leather is the traditional gift for this celebration. Here are some third wedding anniversary ideas and symbols to help you choose gifts associated with your 3rd marriage anniversary.
The 3rd wedding anniversary is often when a couple is aware of their durability of their relationship. That is why leather is the traditional gift for this celebration. Here are some third wedding anniversary ideas and symbols to help you choose gifts associated with your 3rd marriage anniversary.
Maureen McPhilmy and Bill O'Reilly
There are rumors that the marriage of Maureen McPhilmy and Bill O'Reilly is having difficulties.
There are rumors that the marriage of Maureen McPhilmy and Bill O'Reilly is having difficulties.
Florida Marriage License Laws
Know the Florida marriage license laws and regulations before you apply for a marriage license there.
Know the Florida marriage license laws and regulations before you apply for a marriage license there.
Traditional 7th Year Gifts
Although the Seventh anniversary is not considered one of the special ones, it is still important to remember this wedding anniversary! Finding a unique gift using the traditional copper or wool suggestions can be difficult. Here are some ideas to make it a bit more romantic.
Although the Seventh anniversary is not considered one of the special ones, it is still important to remember this wedding anniversary! Finding a unique gift using the traditional copper or wool suggestions can be difficult. Here are some ideas to make it a bit more romantic.
Elizabeth II and Prince Philip
Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip made history with the celebration of their Diamond Wedding Anniversary. Queen Elizabeth is the first British monarch to celebrate sixty years of marriage. Here is information on how Elizabeth and Philip met, their wedding, and more.
Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip made history with the celebration of their Diamond Wedding Anniversary. Queen Elizabeth is the first British monarch to celebrate sixty years of marriage. Here is information on how Elizabeth and Philip met, their wedding, and more.
Garth Brooks & Trisha Yearwood
It appears that more celebrities are finding ways to keep meaningful family moments away from the press. Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood surprised many by being married on December 10, 2005 in a very small, private wedding at their home in Oklahoma. Here's more information about Garth and Trisha's marriage.
It appears that more celebrities are finding ways to keep meaningful family moments away from the press. Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood surprised many by being married on December 10, 2005 in a very small, private wedding at their home in Oklahoma. Here's more information about Garth and Trisha's marriage.
Sam Elliott and Katharine Ross
The marriage of Sam Elliott and Katharine Ross is one of Hollywood's success stories. Here is more information about how Sam and Katharine met, their wedding, and more.
The marriage of Sam Elliott and Katharine Ross is one of Hollywood's success stories. Here is more information about how Sam and Katharine met, their wedding, and more.
Jennifer Lopez & Marc Anthony
The third time wasn't the charm for Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony. The couple announced their decision to end their seven-year marriage on July 15, 2011. Marc filed for divorce in April 2012.
The third time wasn't the charm for Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony. The couple announced their decision to end their seven-year marriage on July 15, 2011. Marc filed for divorce in April 2012.
How to Tell if Spouse is Lying
Reasons your spouse might lie, signs that you are being lied to, and what to do about it.
Reasons your spouse might lie, signs that you are being lied to, and what to do about it.
Pennsylvania Marriage Info
Here's how to get married in Pennsylvania. Don't let the marriage license laws of Pennsylvania put a dent in your wedding plans. Here's what you need to know and what documents to bring with you before you apply for a Pennsylvania marriage license.
Here's how to get married in Pennsylvania. Don't let the marriage license laws of Pennsylvania put a dent in your wedding plans. Here's what you need to know and what documents to bring with you before you apply for a Pennsylvania marriage license.
Getting Married in Michigan
Michigan marriage license laws, regulations, different fees for non-residents, and other things to know before filling out your application.
Michigan marriage license laws, regulations, different fees for non-residents, and other things to know before filling out your application.
4th Wedding Anniversary
Representing the blossoming partnership of a couple in their fourth year of marriage, flowers are appropriate and meaningful gifts for this anniversary. Here are some 4th wedding anniversary ideas and symbols to help you choose gifts associated with your 4th marriage anniversary.
Representing the blossoming partnership of a couple in their fourth year of marriage, flowers are appropriate and meaningful gifts for this anniversary. Here are some 4th wedding anniversary ideas and symbols to help you choose gifts associated with your 4th marriage anniversary.
Getting Married in Ohio
If you are considering applying for a marriage license in the state of Ohio, here is what you need to bring with you, and what you need to know about the Ohio marriage laws before filling out the Ohio marriage license application.
If you are considering applying for a marriage license in the state of Ohio, here is what you need to bring with you, and what you need to know about the Ohio marriage laws before filling out the Ohio marriage license application.
Great Ways to Say I Love You
The best ways to say "I love you" to your spouse are usually in simple, everyday, seemingly unimportant
The best ways to say "I love you" to your spouse are usually in simple, everyday, seemingly unimportant
Lack of Change
What can you do when faced with a spouse who has a serious behavior that could potentially destroy your marriage and your spouse won't change, isn't willing to work on improving your marriage, or won't seek marriage counseling? Here's help on how you can deal with a difficult marriage when only one of you wants change.
What can you do when faced with a spouse who has a serious behavior that could potentially destroy your marriage and your spouse won't change, isn't willing to work on improving your marriage, or won't seek marriage counseling? Here's help on how you can deal with a difficult marriage when only one of you wants change.
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie have said they may wait until same-sex marriage is available to all before they get married themselves.
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie have said they may wait until same-sex marriage is available to all before they get married themselves.
Soul Mates
Learn about the soul mate notion myth in marriage, along with definitions, perceptions, and challenges about soul mates.
Learn about the soul mate notion myth in marriage, along with definitions, perceptions, and challenges about soul mates.
Marriage Forums Info
Marriage at about has four discussion forums: Marriage, Infidelity, Newlyweds, and Sexual Intimacy in Marriage. You can view the forums as a guest, or you can post messages by joining About.com. The forums are for adults who are looking for a place to share their personal, passionate opinions about issues that impact marriages. Without the social barriers of real life, members can share their deepest feelings and their crazy ideas.
Marriage at about has four discussion forums: Marriage, Infidelity, Newlyweds, and Sexual Intimacy in Marriage. You can view the forums as a guest, or you can post messages by joining About.com. The forums are for adults who are looking for a place to share their personal, passionate opinions about issues that impact marriages. Without the social barriers of real life, members can share their deepest feelings and their crazy ideas.
Low Libido in Wives
Some causes and solutions for a low sex drive in wives.
Some causes and solutions for a low sex drive in wives.
Ways to Improve Your Marriage
Although there are many ways to improve your marriage, this list of five things you can do to improve your marriage is centered around major red flag issues that can tear your marriage apart: lack of respect and kindness for one another, lack of time with each other, lack of sexual desire for one another, lack of sharing responsibilities, and lack of having agreed upon financial goals.
Although there are many ways to improve your marriage, this list of five things you can do to improve your marriage is centered around major red flag issues that can tear your marriage apart: lack of respect and kindness for one another, lack of time with each other, lack of sexual desire for one another, lack of sharing responsibilities, and lack of having agreed upon financial goals.
Bill and Melinda Gates
Although they live a life of privilege and power, Bill and Melinda Gates are working together to give much of their wealth away. Through interviews, Bill and Melinda reveal their thoughts about marriage, working together, and raising their three children.
Although they live a life of privilege and power, Bill and Melinda Gates are working together to give much of their wealth away. Through interviews, Bill and Melinda reveal their thoughts about marriage, working together, and raising their three children.
Getting Married in New York
Here's how to get married in New York. The marriage license laws of New York can cause problems for you if you don't know what you need to have with you when you apply for your marriage license.
Here's how to get married in New York. The marriage license laws of New York can cause problems for you if you don't know what you need to have with you when you apply for your marriage license.
Tennessee Marriage License
Hf you've just set a date for your wedding, this can be an exciting time for the two of you! Don't let the marriage license laws of Tennessee put a dent in your wedding plans.
Hf you've just set a date for your wedding, this can be an exciting time for the two of you! Don't let the marriage license laws of Tennessee put a dent in your wedding plans.
Fight Fair in Your Marriage
All married couples have arguments, or rather fights. How you fight is the key to whether or not you will have a successful, long term marriage. Fighting fairly with respect for one another is a critical marital skill that all couples must learn.
All married couples have arguments, or rather fights. How you fight is the key to whether or not you will have a successful, long term marriage. Fighting fairly with respect for one another is a critical marital skill that all couples must learn.
8th Anniversary Ideas & Symbol
Bronze or pottery are the traditional 8th anniversary gifts with linens and lace being the more modern gifts associated with your 8th wedding anniversary. Here are more gift and celebration ideas for your eighth anniversary.
Bronze or pottery are the traditional 8th anniversary gifts with linens and lace being the more modern gifts associated with your 8th wedding anniversary. Here are more gift and celebration ideas for your eighth anniversary.
No Sex or Low Sex
It doesn't matter why you have a low or no sex marriage, marital disaster could be around the corner. Here's a five-step approach to dealing with a sexless marriage.
It doesn't matter why you have a low or no sex marriage, marital disaster could be around the corner. Here's a five-step approach to dealing with a sexless marriage.
C Kennedy & E Schlossberg
Caroline Kennedy and Edwin Schlossberg have tried to protect their privacy and to remain out of the public spotlight. Aware of the toll that a political career can place on a marriage and family life, Caroline has carried on the family legacy of public service, but not politics. Here is information on how Caroliine and Edwin met, their wedding, children, and more.
Caroline Kennedy and Edwin Schlossberg have tried to protect their privacy and to remain out of the public spotlight. Aware of the toll that a political career can place on a marriage and family life, Caroline has carried on the family legacy of public service, but not politics. Here is information on how Caroliine and Edwin met, their wedding, children, and more.
Modern 2nd Anniversary
Suggestions for modern China gifts for your Second anniversary.
Suggestions for modern China gifts for your Second anniversary.
Cousin Marriages
A listing of the laws regarding cousin marriages in the United States
A listing of the laws regarding cousin marriages in the United States
Allen Ludden and Betty White
Here's information about the close marriage of Allen Ludden and Betty White.
Here's information about the close marriage of Allen Ludden and Betty White.
Keep Your Sex Life Alive
Sex doesn't have to get boring in marriage. As the years go by, your sex life should get better. Here are some ways to keep your marriage and sex life fresh.
Sex doesn't have to get boring in marriage. As the years go by, your sex life should get better. Here are some ways to keep your marriage and sex life fresh.
How to Forgive Your Spouse
Being able to forgive and to let go is a critical tool for a marriage relationship. Being able to forgive also is a way to keep yourself healthy both emotionally and physically.
Being able to forgive and to let go is a critical tool for a marriage relationship. Being able to forgive also is a way to keep yourself healthy both emotionally and physically.
Traditional 4nd Anniversary
Suggestions for traditional Flowers and Fruits gifts for your Fourth wedding anniversary.
Suggestions for traditional Flowers and Fruits gifts for your Fourth wedding anniversary.
Watching Porn
The issue of spouses watching pornography is one that can tear a marriage apart. For some couples pornography is okay, while for other couples, the use of pornography is a deal breaker.
The issue of spouses watching pornography is one that can tear a marriage apart. For some couples pornography is okay, while for other couples, the use of pornography is a deal breaker.
Avoid Harmful Behaviors
If you or your spouse fall into negative patterns in the way you relate to one another, you are not just in a rut, you are hurting one another and your marriage.
If you or your spouse fall into negative patterns in the way you relate to one another, you are not just in a rut, you are hurting one another and your marriage.
Victoria and David Beckham
The marriage of Victoria and David Beckham is a successful relationship and partnership. Here's information about their marriage and family.
The marriage of Victoria and David Beckham is a successful relationship and partnership. Here's information about their marriage and family.
Should You Change Your Name
One of the first decisions you'll need to make when getting married is whether to keep your maiden (birth) name or change your name to your husband's last name or some other compromise after you get married.
One of the first decisions you'll need to make when getting married is whether to keep your maiden (birth) name or change your name to your husband's last name or some other compromise after you get married.
Massachusetts Marriage Laws
If you want to get married in Massachusetts, here is information to help you get through the paperwork process.
If you want to get married in Massachusetts, here is information to help you get through the paperwork process.
Marrriage Mistakes
There is a pattern to the marital problems that people share. Here's our list of the top ten things that you need to try and avoid in your own marriage.
There is a pattern to the marital problems that people share. Here's our list of the top ten things that you need to try and avoid in your own marriage.
6th Wedding Anniversary Celebration Suggestions
Candy represents the sweetness in your marriage, iron represents good luck and strength, and wood represents a solid relationship. Candy and iron are the traditional sixth anniversary gifts and wood is the modern gift associated with your sixth wedding anniversary. Here are more gift and celebration ideas for your sixth anniversary.
Candy represents the sweetness in your marriage, iron represents good luck and strength, and wood represents a solid relationship. Candy and iron are the traditional sixth anniversary gifts and wood is the modern gift associated with your sixth wedding anniversary. Here are more gift and celebration ideas for your sixth anniversary.
Whitney Houston & Bobby Brown
Whitney Houston's troubled life ended in February 2012. Here is information about her difficult marriage to Bobby Brown.
Whitney Houston's troubled life ended in February 2012. Here is information about her difficult marriage to Bobby Brown.
Low Libido Causes
A study conducted by the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) in February 1999 stated that about 43 percent of women and 31 percent of men suffer sexual inadequacy. Here are some of the possible causes for low libido in men.
A study conducted by the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) in February 1999 stated that about 43 percent of women and 31 percent of men suffer sexual inadequacy. Here are some of the possible causes for low libido in men.
Signs of a Low Sex Marriage
Having sex just one or two times a month puts a couple in the low sex marriage category. Here are some other signs of a low sex marriage.
Having sex just one or two times a month puts a couple in the low sex marriage category. Here are some other signs of a low sex marriage.
The Marriages of Rush Limbaugh
In June 2010, Rush Limbaugh married for the fourth time in June 2010.
In June 2010, Rush Limbaugh married for the fourth time in June 2010.
Danica and Paul
Danica Patrick's marriage to Paul Hospenthal took place in 2005.
Danica Patrick's marriage to Paul Hospenthal took place in 2005.
Modern 5th Anniversary
Suggestions for modern Silverware gifts for your Fifth wedding anniversary.
Suggestions for modern Silverware gifts for your Fifth wedding anniversary.
Getting Married in Illinois
Here's how to get married in Illinois. Don't let the marriage license laws of Illinois put a dent in your wedding plans. Here's what you need to know and what documents to bring with you before you apply for a Illinois marriage license.
Here's how to get married in Illinois. Don't let the marriage license laws of Illinois put a dent in your wedding plans. Here's what you need to know and what documents to bring with you before you apply for a Illinois marriage license.
Thompson & Jones Marriage
In the midst of her financial problems and drug usage suspicions, Obadele Thompson married Marion Jones. When Marion admitted she cheated and lied through most of her athletic career, their marriage experienced even more stress. Here is information about Marion and Obadele's marriage and Marion's previous relationships.
In the midst of her financial problems and drug usage suspicions, Obadele Thompson married Marion Jones. When Marion admitted she cheated and lied through most of her athletic career, their marriage experienced even more stress. Here is information about Marion and Obadele's marriage and Marion's previous relationships.
Low Libido Remedies
If your husband isn't interested in having a sexual relationship with you, here are some possible remedies of low sex drive in men.
If your husband isn't interested in having a sexual relationship with you, here are some possible remedies of low sex drive in men.
Setting Marital Stage
Studies show that couples who make it through the first two years of marriage have a better chance of a long term relationship.
Studies show that couples who make it through the first two years of marriage have a better chance of a long term relationship.
Apache Wedding Blessing
If you are looking for an appropriate prayer or reading for your wedding or vow renewal, consider using the Apache Wedding Blessing but know where it came from.
If you are looking for an appropriate prayer or reading for your wedding or vow renewal, consider using the Apache Wedding Blessing but know where it came from.
Demi Moore and Ashton Kutcher
The marriage of Ashton Kutcher and Demi Moore ended in November 2011. Here is information on how they met, quotes about their marriage, and more.
The marriage of Ashton Kutcher and Demi Moore ended in November 2011. Here is information on how they met, quotes about their marriage, and more.
Ben Affleck & Jennifer Garner
Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner's wedding was a surprise to many.
Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner's wedding was a surprise to many.
Marriage Application
Definition of marriage application.
Definition of marriage application.
Marriage
Definition of the term marriage along with other types of marriages and their definitions.
Definition of the term marriage along with other types of marriages and their definitions.
Dawn Laurel & Tommy Lee Jones
Married since 2001, Tommy Lee Jones and Dawn Laurel have similar interests even though there is an 18-year difference in their ages. Here's information about their marriage, how they met, and more.
Married since 2001, Tommy Lee Jones and Dawn Laurel have similar interests even though there is an 18-year difference in their ages. Here's information about their marriage, how they met, and more.
Diane Lane and Josh Brolin
Diane Lane and Josh Brolin have been married since 2004. Here is information about their secret wedding, children, and more.
Diane Lane and Josh Brolin have been married since 2004. Here is information about their secret wedding, children, and more.
Gay Marriage Laws
Here is a rundown of gay marriage license laws in the U.S.
Here is a rundown of gay marriage license laws in the U.S.
Getting Married in Missouri
If you are considering applying for a marriage license in the state of Missouri, here is what you need to bring with you, and what you need to know about the Missouri marriage laws before filling out the Missouri marriage license application.
If you are considering applying for a marriage license in the state of Missouri, here is what you need to bring with you, and what you need to know about the Missouri marriage laws before filling out the Missouri marriage license application.
Teen Marriage
Here's information on teen marriage from a historical and statistical perspective. The article also includes things for teenage couples to consider before getting married.
Here's information on teen marriage from a historical and statistical perspective. The article also includes things for teenage couples to consider before getting married.
Dennis and Paula Rader
The question of what Paula Rader knew or didn't know will probably never be known although people wonder how she lived with Dennis for so long and not have suspicions. Here's information about Dennis Rader, aka the BTK Killer, his ex-wife Paula and their two grown children.
The question of what Paula Rader knew or didn't know will probably never be known although people wonder how she lived with Dennis for so long and not have suspicions. Here's information about Dennis Rader, aka the BTK Killer, his ex-wife Paula and their two grown children.
Getting Married in New Jersey
Don't let the marriage license laws of New Jersey put a dent in your wedding plans. Here's what you need to know and what documents to bring with you before you apply for a New Jersey marriage license.
Don't let the marriage license laws of New Jersey put a dent in your wedding plans. Here's what you need to know and what documents to bring with you before you apply for a New Jersey marriage license.
May-December Marriage
The definition of a May-December marriage along with slang terms describing this type of relationship.
The definition of a May-December marriage along with slang terms describing this type of relationship.
Raj Kundra and Shilpa Shetty
There were headlines across the world when Raj Kundra, a London millionaire, married Bollywood superstar Shilpa Shetty.
There were headlines across the world when Raj Kundra, a London millionaire, married Bollywood superstar Shilpa Shetty.
Virginia Marriage License Info
Here's how to get married in Virginia. Don't let the marriage license laws of Virginia put a dent in your wedding plans. Here's what you need to know and what documents to bring with you before you apply for a Virginia marriage license.
Here's how to get married in Virginia. Don't let the marriage license laws of Virginia put a dent in your wedding plans. Here's what you need to know and what documents to bring with you before you apply for a Virginia marriage license.
Tim McGraw and Faith Hill
Tim McGraw and Faith Hill's marriage is one based on respect and values.
Tim McGraw and Faith Hill's marriage is one based on respect and values.
Dr. Priscilla Chan and Mark Zuckerberg Marriage Profile
Priscilla Chan and Mark Zuckerberg surprised the guests who showed up for a graduation party but found themselves at a wedding.
Priscilla Chan and Mark Zuckerberg surprised the guests who showed up for a graduation party but found themselves at a wedding.
Paul Newman & Joanne Woodward
The long-lasting marriage of Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward was one of the most famous marriages in Hollywood. They celebrated their Golden Anniversary in January 2008. Here is information on how they met, their wedding, children, and more.
The long-lasting marriage of Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward was one of the most famous marriages in Hollywood. They celebrated their Golden Anniversary in January 2008. Here is information on how they met, their wedding, children, and more.
When You Have to Talk
Throughout your marriage there will be times when you need to have "must have" conversations. These are
Throughout your marriage there will be times when you need to have "must have" conversations. These are
Conversation Starters
Here are conversation starters to help you get to know your spouse better.
Here are conversation starters to help you get to know your spouse better.
Marriages of Ray Charles
Although Ray Charles was a huge success in most areas of his professional life, he was unable to have the same success in his own complicated private life.
Although Ray Charles was a huge success in most areas of his professional life, he was unable to have the same success in his own complicated private life.
Widely Used Premarital Tests
Here are the three premarital tests/inventories that are most commonly used by counselors, pastors, mentors, and marriage educators when working with an engaged couple.
Here are the three premarital tests/inventories that are most commonly used by counselors, pastors, mentors, and marriage educators when working with an engaged couple.
Getting Married in Wisconsin
If you are considering applying for a marriage license in the state of Wisconsin, here is what you need to bring with you, and what you need to know about the Wisconsin marriage laws before filling out the Wisconsin marriage license application.
If you are considering applying for a marriage license in the state of Wisconsin, here is what you need to bring with you, and what you need to know about the Wisconsin marriage laws before filling out the Wisconsin marriage license application.
Nicolas Cage and Alice Kim
Here's information about the marriage of Nicolas Cage and Alice Kim, how they met, where they were married, their baby, and more.
Here's information about the marriage of Nicolas Cage and Alice Kim, how they met, where they were married, their baby, and more.
Jai Glasgow and Randy Pausch
Randy and Jai met, married, had children and then due to Randy's illness, found themselves in the spotlight. Now, not ever forgetting Randy, Jai has remarried.
Randy and Jai met, married, had children and then due to Randy's illness, found themselves in the spotlight. Now, not ever forgetting Randy, Jai has remarried.
Getting Married in Oregon
If you are considering applying for a marriage license in the state of Oregon, here is what you need to bring with you, and what you need to know about the Oregon marriage laws before filling out the Oregon marriage license application.
If you are considering applying for a marriage license in the state of Oregon, here is what you need to bring with you, and what you need to know about the Oregon marriage laws before filling out the Oregon marriage license application.
US Marriage Laws
Information on state and country requirements for getting a marriage license.
Information on state and country requirements for getting a marriage license.
Hillary and Bill Clinton
Although they have one of the most dissected marriages in America, Bill and Hillary Clinton have kept their marriage together in spite of rough times, complicated and busy schedules, and lack of privacy. Here is information on how Bill and Hillary met, their wedding, and more.
Although they have one of the most dissected marriages in America, Bill and Hillary Clinton have kept their marriage together in spite of rough times, complicated and busy schedules, and lack of privacy. Here is information on how Bill and Hillary met, their wedding, and more.
Michael Jackson's Marriages
Here is background information on Michael Jackson's two marriages, both of which ended in divorce due to irreconcilable differences.
Here is background information on Michael Jackson's two marriages, both of which ended in divorce due to irreconcilable differences.
Modern 20th Anniversary
Yeah, platinum is expensive, but if you can afford it, your spouse is worth it! After all, your mate has been with you for twenty years!! Other, less expensive platinum gift ideas are included.
Yeah, platinum is expensive, but if you can afford it, your spouse is worth it! After all, your mate has been with you for twenty years!! Other, less expensive platinum gift ideas are included.
Alienation of Affection Laws
Only a few states in the United States still allow alienation of affection lawsuits.
Only a few states in the United States still allow alienation of affection lawsuits.
Ways to Deal With Betrayal
Here are suggestions for beginning the healing process if you've been betrayed by your spouse.
Here are suggestions for beginning the healing process if you've been betrayed by your spouse.
Negativity in Marriage
If negativity is hurting your relationship, here are ways you can be more positive in your marriage.
If negativity is hurting your relationship, here are ways you can be more positive in your marriage.
Getting Married in Alabama
Here's how to get married in Alabama. Don't let the marriage license laws of Alabama put a dent in your wedding plans. Here's what you need to know and what documents to bring with you before you apply for an Alabama marriage license.
Here's how to get married in Alabama. Don't let the marriage license laws of Alabama put a dent in your wedding plans. Here's what you need to know and what documents to bring with you before you apply for an Alabama marriage license.