No - I refuse to allow the sexist family law court system fuck me over again. I can love and commit to a person without a bias legal system involved.

I personally think the government should be out of the marriage game entirely. Marriage licenses is just a form of revenue, and used in the past for social control - aka interracial marriages, same sex marriages, etc. What f-ing business is it of theirs who you decide to team up with in life? It would end divorce court bullshit, it would end gay marriage issues (since it would only be a religious ceremony), and it would simplify the tax code (why does being married matter any to how much an individual person pays in taxes).

Marriage is possible but I do not have to have it. I once lived with a woman as if we were married and it ended when she died. You do not have to have a license.

After a divorce I still believe in the power of love. What is marriage anyway? For me is a legal contract between the partner, children, a lawyer, a judge and plus the whole church if the partners belong to the religious club.

I used to believe in it, but I now wonder if it's even worth to get married. All your doing is signing some piece of paper, so the government views it a legal binding agreement. Besides. People are to quick to get married, all for what? Society itself, expects people to get married. If people wish to get married, they should live together for several years, prior to getting married.

For the most part, I will say this. Two people can live together just fine without ever being married.

Years ago, I had this one mgr say marriage licenses should be like a fishing license. Renewable every year.

It is archaic and dumb. My late ex and I realized this when we got back together; we said no to remarrying and stayed together longer than we did when we were married. Go figure.

My multiple marriages are a result of marrying women that I either listed for but had nothing in common with or seemed to be nice but it just didn't feel right. It's a result of my poor self esteem.

I've been married for just shy of 30-years without regret. It wasn't based on anything religious we got married at a hotel - "God" wasn't mentioned once. It's been a successful tradition in both of our families and we saw no reasonable argument against it.

If you want to put on a costume, to put on a show and to get some applauses, become an actor!

I have an envious respect for Kurt Russell and Goldie Hawn.

That is all. Carry on.

Once was enough for me..

Marriage... I came close once. She vanished. She must have had sense.

I sure don't believe in big weddings, such a waste of money and a lot of stress on a bride and groom who need to concentrate on what they're getting into rather than dazzling the kinfolk with a great show. As for marriage, it really depends on the relationship between the two partners.Some folks are so proud of the match that they really want to have a wedding to celebrate and affirm their commitment. If they would feel more committed and make a greater effort toward making their relationship a lifelong success because of the legal obligation, then maybe they need it. However, love and commitment can certainly exist in a relationship without a license. In today's world, however, there are tax benefits to marriage and legalities that can be more easily addressed, particularly with kids and the death of a spouse. But if you decide not to stay, the legalities can be a royal pain to resolve. My wife and I were technically married for 30 years (but lived apart for the last five), ending in a non-adversarial divorce. Later I was in a relationship for a couple of years that we.thought would be for the rest of our lives, but it wasn't. At this point and for me, I would see no benefit in a licensed marriage... as long as she and I are clear in our intentions and have resolved any concerns about what happens when impairment or death occur.

I think it's possible, but not for everyone -- me included. Both have to be committed and willing to put in the work -- and not rabbit when things get tough -- because they will.

There's a 50% chance I'd consider getting married again. It has been a long time since I've worn a size 6.5 wedding ring! It would feel strange and unique at the same time. I don't know? The future is full of possibilities.

I understand the legal reasons for doing so, but I don't like the traditional reasons for it. I would do it (again) if my partner cared for it, otherwise I'm fine without involving the state.

Marriage is for young people who will have kids. Not much use to older people. I think it is possible to be totally committed without the formality of marriage.

So sad so many people project failed marriages upon future possible successful marriages. .. I feel much of "dating" is NOT modern courtship but instead cheap sampling temporary intimacy not intending towards marriage. ...that means boys lying to fuck and girls wanting cheap thrills...it's a statistical fact men will die 8 years earlier @ 81 alone, while women don't need partners to live 88 years

I went with maybe because I don't see the need for it but if my partner needs it. I think 2 people can live happily ever after without it. I know there are some women that say without marriage there is no commitment but if you trust the person you want to marry it doesnt matter if you marry them or not.

I have a legal background and have worked in public policy. Marriage is necessary to give and receive legal status. When you do with that is your own business. Some couples focus too much on the financial aspects of marriage. Me, I focus on the intangible rights. If I'm not human being enough to take care of my partner when he's critically ill—and really, the only way to do this is to have legal status—then what good am I? If my partner cannot receive medical care because I refuse to marry him, I'm a total jerk. And possibly a bit of a sociopath. On one last note: I have worked too long and too hard all of my life so that I can have something to give to the man I love, should I take the dirt nap first. I don't want all of that to revert to the state, or my employer.

Now, I don't believe that people who plan to have children together should marry. It's just a bad idea all around from a legal and financial perspective. Maybe have the kids first and wait ten years or so. But for people who don't have to plan children, marriage is pretty essential to establish each other as closest next-of-kin, in the eyes of the law.

For the right person I’d do just about anything.