St. Valentine’s Day approaches and that means that in the next couple of weeks our church will see an increase in inquiries about summer weddings. I’ve already had inquiries for 2014, but as Owen Sound is kind of a last minute town, most people getting married only think a few months in advance.

St. Valentine’s Day is a popular day for a marriage proposals and always has been. But once the excitement wears off and reality hits, it can quickly become overwhelming.

Can anyone here shed some light on the complex relationship between in-laws? Any stories to share? I'm interested in anyone's wisdom here.
My son has met "the one" & I'm thrilled for both of them. She brings much joy to him and is funny, interesting, successful & clearly loves him. I can see a wonderful future for them.
I think the relationship between her & myself is important, but there just seems to be so much baggage inherent in the situation. I've never had the experience.

Hey all!

So, apparently Mexico City is considering issuing marriage licenses that expire after two years. At the expiry date, you can either renew to get a permanent license or let it expire and go your separate ways without having to bother with divorce proceedings. You do have to wait out the full two years, though. Ending it before the license expires is still a divorce.

Okay, I'm seeing some discussion in the press now about the fact that "obey" won't appear in Will and Kate's vows. I remember this being discussed back when Wills' parents got married and I'm surprised it's even garnering attention now. Isn't this pretty much the norm today? I haven't heard a bride vow to "obey" her husband in ... ever. Mrs. Mendalla certainly didn't. None of my friends' wives did. Why is this even news if it's what most people are doing?

Mendalla

Let me start by saying I need help!!! It's high time, my husband and I need a second opinion on what's going on in our lives!

In about 36 hours, I will be standing in a pretty antique dress, reciting my vows to the love of my life.

Wish me luck!

I was having a chat with some coworkers the other day and the topic of infidelity came up.  Of the three of us one woman said that she would leave her husband , I said that I would not and the only man who was there didn't really commit to a comment.

Personally, I think that we as a society put too much emphasis on sexual fidelity in committed relationships. 

What do you think?

Of all the couples I know, there is only one relationship that is healthy and going strong. Everyone, I mean every one, even those perfect couples you see here and there have huge skeletons in their closets. Divorce is not very common in my circle but most of these couples are so bitter/miserable/indiferent to each other that it seems like the only secret to a long term marriage is putting blinders on or lowering your expectations.

Is the happy 50-60 year old marriage just a myth?

 Last week Washington DC became one of the first places to allow. One of the first places to achieve equal marriage rights without being forced to by the courts. The GLBT press is giving credit to the churches in DC in making it happen.