TVs ‘Perfect Match’ had a surprisingly long run of good ratings given how utterly dehumanising and pathetic most of the questions and answers were. But then, looking for Mr Right or Miss Right is life’s greatest challenge or agony, or even game for many Australians.… Read the rest
Two songs come to mind which talk about giving your whole life to a relationship. Bad English sing:
When I see your smile,
I can face the world;
You know I can do anything. 1
Michael Bolton sings:
How am I supposed to live without you…
When all that I’ve been living or is gone?… Read the rest
The Herald Sun ran an article about Rod Stewart’s wives and lovers; of how they perceived him during the good times and what they had to say about him when it was all over. Among the positive comments were: ‘Our affair will last forever’ ; ‘He’s the most fantastic man I know’ ; and ‘He’s a wonderful man – bright, sensitive and kind’. … Read the rest
Journalist, Ruth Ostrow, has questioned the wisdom of the ‘Try Before You Buy’ approach to sexual relationships. Quoting a friend she makes the point that ‘living together is like letting a buyer over-examine your second-hand car. If you let him take it for six days instead of an hour, he’s bound to turn up trouble.’ Ruth asks, ‘could it be our grandparents were right in hanging out for the wedding night?… Read the rest
The majority of young women in Australia between 25-29 are living in a de facto relationship. 1 What does this say about love and relationships? Admittedly, there do exist de facto relationships which have more tenderness and care than many marriages, but statistics show they are short lived and experimental. … Read the rest
In the song, ‘She Drives Me Crazy’ (Polygram), the Fine Young Cannibals sing:
I won’t make it on my own,
No one likes to be alone.
How true it is that no human beings can reach their full potential or inner satisfaction on their own.… Read the rest
A report has analysed the ingredients of the good life, and found that Australians gained most satisfaction in life from marriage, followed by church attendance, followed by income. Further analysis showed that for a single person to experience the material satisfaction of a marriage, their income would need to increase by $50,000 per year.… Read the rest
‘New Woman’ reminds us that on our wedding day we promised to be many things to each other:
A lover, companion and friend;
partner in parenthood;
ally in conflict;
comrade in adventure;
consolation in adversity;
confidant in uncertainty;
associate in search of meaning
and truth.… Read the rest
There is much clinical evidence that stable marriage and family promotes good health. Premature death rates for singles, divorcees and separated partners are significantly higher than for marrieds in Australia and many other Western countries. Despite the significance of this, many popular magazines insist on publishing titillating articles encouraging fly-by-night affairs at the office or on vacation.… Read the rest
‘Dolly’ magazine (March, 1991) published a poem from a reader. It said simply,
Sometimes I wonder,
What is the point of life?
Then I see your smiling face,
And realise it is all worthwhile.
We all know this theme as it is heard in the lyrics of many popular songs. … Read the rest