The nitty-gritty of marriage

It is very clear that a marriage is not about two person but two families (not just immediate, but extended). It is not about having to adjust to a new life (sometimes never get adjusted to), but two sets of new life. And of course, experiencing a different culture (sometimes culture shock) and trying to adopt a common set of culture between you and your partner.

For the fun of it, perhaps we can play a little matching game of the kind of marriages that suit the different individuals. But this has to be done before you commit yourself to someone. Once you are in a steady relationship or already married, well, it may be too late (or still maybe not?).

a. If you are from a big family, get someone who is also from a big family.
b. If you are from a small family, you can have someone with a slightly bigger or smaller family.
c. If you are the only child, well, there's a little bit of problem whether you get someone from a big or small family, or even another only child.
d. If you love animals more than humans, then include an animal in your marraige.
e. If you are obsessive with a very personal life, choose an orphan or don't get married.
f. If you don't intend to be an entertainer, then, well, choose an orphan or don't get married.
g. If you don't know what you want, then, good luck.

But of course, personalities of individuals can change a lot of things - for better or for worse.

What happens if you are married, but realise you are in the wrong match as listed above? You can choose to change yourself or get out of it or good luck.

30 Aug 2008 (7.05pm)