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The Differences Between Marriage and Cohabitation by americanthinker.com :: 2009-11-20
Most people have no clue about the differences between marriage and cohabitation. The number of couples in the U.S. who are "living together" without marriage has climbed up almost 1000% since 1970. Living together has become the "normative experience," with almost 50% of young adults aged 20-40 cohabiting. The National Sex Survey revealed that men in cohabitating relationships are 4 times more likely to be unfaithful than husbands - and that women in cohabitating relationships are 8 times more likely to cheat than are wives. [Settle down]

Husband forced to pay out 55,000 to the mistress he dumped after 20 years by dailymail.co.uk :: 2009-11-20
A husband has been ordered to pay 55,000 pounds to his mistress after ending their 20-year affair. The man was sued for compensation by her over the affection she had given him and the shock of the split. "He always told me he would look after me, then he left me," the woman said, adding that she deserved the money: "I gave him the best years of my life and I believe others should follow my lead." The man, from Melbourne in Australia, was forced to make the pay-out after a change in the law in the state of Victoria. The Family Law Act gives those in common-law relationships (like long-term lovers and same-sex marriages) the same rights as those in traditional marriages. [Extramarital Affair]

Ten research facts about choosing a marriage partner by examiner.com :: 2009-09-14
(1) Marrying as a teenager is the highest known risk factor for divorce. People who marry in their teens are 2-3 times more likely to divorce than people who marry in their twenties or older. --- (3) The more similar people are in their values, backgrounds and life goals, the more likely they are to have a long-lasting marriage. Opposites may attract but they usually do not live together harmoniously. --- (6) Living together before marriage is not useful as a "trial marriage." --- (9) People who grow up in a family broken by divorce are much more likely to divorce when they do marry. [Choosing Right Partner: Woman seeking man]

Interviews reveal why women really have sex by nzherald.co.nz :: 2009-09-14
Women have sex to relieve boredom, for presents, keep the peace - and to ensure their husband puts the rubbish out. A new book, Why Women Have Sex, lists 200 reasons after discounting the physical attraction. Authors Cindy Meston and David Buss discovered - after 1000 interviews - that romance and passion rank low, with 84% of women having sex to ensure a "quiet life" or as a bargaining tool for household chores. Dr Michelle Mars said romance is low on the list because passion can fade out during a long-term relationship: "You might have sex to show your partner you still love and care about them... but maybe you don't fancy them in the same way any more. The attraction can wear off." [Buy from Amazon: US, UK, CA, DE, FR] [Sex Drive in Relationship: Sexless Marriage]

Why women stay in a marriage or a relationship with a man who has cheated by examiner.com :: 2009-08-18
Convenience: It may be more convenient to stay with the cheater until certain legal or financial measures have been put into place. --- Not willing to give up lifestyle: leaving a rich or prominent man may mean that a woman has to give up a lavish lifestyle. --- Thinking the cheater will change: a woman may think that a husband or boyfriend with a history of cheating will change his cheating ways. --- Love: Infidelity doesn't necessarily cancel out love. A woman may still be in love with her husband or boyfriend, in spite of the fact that he has cheated on her. [Surviving Infidelity & Cheating Husband, Wife]

How to have a successful office romance - 40% have dated colleague by forbes.com :: 2009-08-18
40% of workers have dated a colleague at some point in their careers, and 30% say they married the person they dated at work. "The office has turned into the village of the 21st century. Where else do you spend 12 hours a day," says author Helaine Olen. 72% of workers who have office relationships are public with them, compared with just 46% five years ago. Here are some basic guidelines for an office romance: (1) Don't date an underling. (2) Agree on terms. (3) Know you may lose your job. Worst case scenari is a boss-subordinate affair that goes sour and results in a sexual harassment suit. [Romance, Work & Job]

23 tips to keep romance alive by sfgate.com :: 2009-08-03
(4) Outlaw Grunge-Wear: When having a Blockbuster night think twice before you change into lounging-on-the-couch clothes ... you know, oversize T-shirt, wear-and-tear sweater. That isn't exactly a recipe for a night of making googly eyes. Instead, wear something a little more comfortable but a lot more attractive like tank top, especially when worn without a bra. --- (7) Flash Him: When no one's looking, give your guy a sneak peek in public. Granted, it's not violins-in-the-background romantic, but it's guaranteed to send his heart - and pulse - soaring. [Romance Advice]

How betrayed wives get revenge on their cheating mates by examiner.com :: 2009-08-03
We know that many infidelity victims - both male and female - will stop at nothing to even the score. It's not unusualy for the wife of a cheating husband to get her revenge by selling, giving away, or ruining the cheater's prized possessions like sports car, sail boat, golf cart, etc. Others get revenge by running up major debts or sticking their husbands with outrageous credit card bills. Some women who have been victims of infidelity chose virtual vengeance: They post warnings about the cheater, along with his name, photograph, and other information on websites like WomanSavers or Don'tDateHimGirl.com. [Surviving Infidelity & Cheating Husband, Wife]

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