Comments on: Why There’s Still Hope for Marriage

By: Vicki

Vicki — Fri, 05 Oct 2007 17:56:09 +0000

What an eloquently written piece! I was in a 27 year marriage filled with unhappiness for both of us, and, as I find out later the kids also. It took years for me to believe that leaving what appeared to others to be a stable happy situation was okay. I knew I was miserable but was it okay to make my children unhappy and break up their home. Funny part was people kept telling me “at least your kids are grown”. It isn’t easier for them when they are grown, it’s not easier for anyone. Finally, five years later, I am remarried to a wonderful man and can finally appreciate what it feels like to be happily in a marriage. I only wish that both my children (now adults) can find the same happiness.

By: Suzann

Suzann — Fri, 28 Sep 2007 19:59:25 +0000

Hi Dan and Jennifer,
What a cool couple you guys are! You’ve got a really nice Blog. Very helpful, realistic, and do-able. Glad you’re out there!
Best,
Suzann

By: Johnny Wolf

Johnny Wolf — Thu, 27 Sep 2007 00:27:59 +0000

Every single one of my married friends tell me that I shouldn’t ever get married…and 100 reasons why…

But I’m different. No seriously, I know they all think that, but really I am……..I hope so at least. =)

Regardless, I do want to get married someday. in 9 years when I’m 35…but it’ll be for life. I’m just sowing my wild oats for now.

By: sera parker

sera parker — Wed, 26 Sep 2007 09:11:20 +0000

I understand perfectly. I had a divorce, now I am marrying again. Never lost hope. My parents have been happily married for 35 years now. I think, parents should be examples for children. I know, if mines were not happy, my mom or dad would walk away and try to find happiness. It is important.

I guess we all gonna cry in the wedding. I am so in love:)

Thanks for the essay. I think it is intense.