Jade Walker's comments

Should a Prenup Be Compulsory These Days?

04 Oct 2007 05:20 PM

I would never sign one, nor would I ask my beau to do so. Regardless of who makes more money, marriage is about commitment. If you can't commit wholeheartedly, and without leaving a door open for divorce, then perhaps getting hitched isn't for you.

The Things He Does for Love: Ghost Hunting Classes

01 Oct 2007 04:00 PM

It does sound like your S.O. loves you greatly. *smile*

What do you do for him?

Is the Grass Really Greener in Another's Relationship?

24 Sep 2007 06:15 AM

I am very lucky. I enjoyed being alone and I made the most of my single years. Now that I've found "the one," I enjoy every second we spend together. It's the best of both worlds.

I do try to give my friends advice/tips/etc. Alas, the words are heard but rarely heeded. People need to make their own mistakes, I guess. I am undaunted, though. Which is why I also run a blog dedicated love, romance and destiny. *smile*

Can We Be a Family of Two?

24 Sep 2007 12:25 AM

According to a study by sociologist Mary Benin of Arizona State University, Tempe, who tracked 6,785 spouses over time, most marriages with children become less happy when the first baby is born, and don't resume the same level of happiness till children are over eighteen... Another study indicated that the highest incidence of divorce occurs after the birth of the first child; and having a baby rarely stabilizes a shaky marriage. But Benin concluded that, "Childless spouses are as happy as couples are before babies arrive. Without the buffeting cycles of child rearing, they tend to stabilize at this high level over time." (See http://www.childfree.net/potpourri_couples.html). Childfree couples also tend to travel more, volunteer more, have more successful careers and give more money to charity.

What Is Love?

24 Sep 2007 12:10 AM

The first thing that came to my mind: Love is trust. But it's also selfless, honest, affectionate and faithful.

Is the Grass Really Greener in Another's Relationship?

24 Sep 2007 12:02 AM

I actually have the opposite situation. I'm so happy in my own relationship that I want the rest of the world to experience it too. I see friends in bad couplings and I hurt for them. They're settling because they feel being in a bad relationship is better than being alone. They simply don't realize that a great relationship is possible.

Is it Wise to Have Everything at Once?

23 Sep 2007 11:55 PM

The last four months of the year are jammed packed with great moments - the arrival of Autumn, my beau's birthday, Halloween/Samhain, my birthday, Thanksgiving, Yule, Christmas and New Year's. We love having all of these events so close together. In fact, it's what makes the summers bearable. We simply can't wait for them to end!

"When Are You Going to Have Kids?"

23 Sep 2007 07:15 PM

Whenever I get asked that question, I turn it around. Why should I have kids? To date, no one has given me a decent answer. Most people simply never think about it. They just do it. Or they get pregnant and deal with the consequences (which is insane, IMO). Occasionally, I'll hear "because you should," which is simply not a good enough reason. I say...have kids if you want them, truly want them. Have kids if you can afford to clothe, house, feed, insure and educate them. Have kids when you're ready -- mentally, physically, spiritual and emotionally. Or... don't.

How Long Should You Date Before You Get Married?

04 Sep 2007 09:31 PM

Before I even begin to consider marriage, I spend four seasons with a guy. During that time period, we inevitably experience ups and downs, celebrations and sorrows.

I'm also a big proponent of living together before marriage. Dating and co-habitating are two very different things!

04 Sep 2007 08:22 PM

While I'm glad Karri and her husband were able to find a common ground on this issue, I do wonder why she didn't wed someone who was more of a family man, particularly since this attribute is so important to her. IMO, one should never enter into a marriage with thoughts of "changing" a spouse. Would you want him/her "changing" you?