Divorce - Just Get a New Model

It’s a distinct possibility that the divorce rate would drop drastically if marriage was once again a sacred vow to love, honor and obey “till death do us part.”  But in 2013 marriage carries an entirely different connotation – the unspoken vow is if I don’t like it, I’m out of here!  Simple as that – no commitment and too lazy to work on a marital relationship.  

Commitment and communication seems to be relegated to the ancient history shelves.  The proof of this rings loud and clear in 2012, almost 50% of those married for the first time end up in divorce, 

The “grass is greener” or think I’ll try a new model isn’t panning out either. Statistics say almost 60% of those marrying for the second time get a divorce and about 73% of third marriages end up in divorce courts. 

So why have so many opted for divorce?  Lack of commitment would be a good 1^st excuse - unreal expectations probably a great 2^nd reason. The 3^rd comes from the “norm” where one believes they are the privileged meaning the relationship is all about “me, me and me.”

When children are added to the marital relationship one would think maybe those little angels from heaven would be the glue to sustain the marriage, but that doesn’t pan out either.  Around 40% of our children are being raised without their fathers and almost 75% shows the mother as the primary caregiver.  

So maybe if you’re just flat a lazy lump and one that detests commitment and hard work you should take up surfing, sky diving or bungee jumping because marriage isn’t for you.

In closing, half of our Nation’s children will be exposed to divorce – enough said, it’s time for all married adults or those contemplating marriage to start thinking what is “the best” interest of the children.

Don't marry the person you think you can live with; marry only the individual you think you can't live without. James C. Dobson

As Always,

Little Tboca

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