Part one of term paper
"I married the first man I ever kissed. When I tell this to my children they just about throw up." — Barbara Bush Marriage is a complicated and personal concept. Its meaning ranges from the melting of two special souls in a union of love to a financial merger complete with pre-nup contracts and inventory lists. Traditionally, it is a statem ...

Part two of term paper
... to their relationship. My divorced male friend D. says if you simply must get married, live together first. Dive in. To hell with the survey that says it doesn't work. Communicate. If you can't do that, call the engagement off. Here are some topics for exploration before deciding on marriage: · How much time do we spend together? · Do I need permission to hang out with the friends you hate? · Who keeps track of the money? · Who decides how to spend it? · How often does your family come ...