Money Talk Matters

What is it going to take for people to wake up? My rant for this morning. As I was doing some reading on the internet I came across this article titled “The Friendship Marriage“. Alright so it alludes that when you think of a “Friendship Marriage” you think about two people who have not gotten married by their thirties, they are friends and agree to marry each other.

It goes on to say that many couples today are entering into a marriage where love is only one component of the marriage. Okay! Stop for a minute. Whether it is a “so-called Friendship Marriage” love has always been one of the components and not the only component. Marriage is what people CHOOSE and I do mean CHOOSE to make it.

Okay so it continues, “Companionship or friendship marriage is the joining together of two people who have successful careers, independent lives, strong friendships, and a “sense of self.”

Where is it written that if you get married for love that the people cannot have successful careers, somewhat be independent, have a strong friendship and a sense of self? Can someone please put this in the comments for me once you have read this post.

Here’s the kicker – They respect and have a love for each other, rather than “being” in love. WHOA! That paints a different picture. In my opinion, marrying for LOVE with someone that you can be in love with is a lot more fun. This person should be your best friend. Sounds like a friendship marriage is between two people that might not be able to handle a regular marriage with someone they would be “in love” with. Sure does make me think.

One thing this article in my opinion prides itself on is the fact that finances are disclosed and talked about. I could see them discussing it up front but I sure have to wonder how long these marriages would last. Thinking about this type of marriage, I see sooo many red flags.