10 Reasons People GetMarried, Even If They Know Better

Not all relationshipsare meant to last forever. Sometimes a couple sticks it out all the way to thealtar. They might make it work for a few years. Maybe they'll even havechildren. But sooner or later, to nobody's surprise, they find themselves infront of a judge, begging for a divorce. By that time, each party is angrilydeclaring, "I never should have married you!"

Bystanders often ask the obvious question: If theyknew they shouldn't, and they wished they hadn't, then why did they? Everysituation is slightly different, but there are a few popular reasons. Ten ofthem are below.

1. The Next Logical Step. They've been together for years. Theylive together. They're a cute couple. Isn't marriage what you’re supposed to do?

2. Once Upon A Time, They Were In Love. In the beginning, their story was like afairy tale. Sure, things might have cooled down... but what better wayto jumpstart Happily Ever After than a wedding?

3. Desire To "Grow Up". How can you be an adult if you've neverbeen married? Everyone knows a ring comes with an upgraded standard of livingand a more favorable reputation in the community.

4. "He'd Make A Good..." He has a good job, a clean record and anoutstanding credit score. He loves kids and he adores you. So what if you don’tlove him all that much?

5. Fear Of Staying Single. Because "Crazy Cat Lady" isn'ta title most women want on their personal resume.

6. Wishful Thinking. Getting married means growing up. Nomore staying out too late. No more mysterious texts. And he'll have to cut backon the booze. He can change, right? He has to, because of love.

7. Security. Who wouldn't sleep better knowingthere's a backup income to pay the bills if you get laid off?

8. A Baby On The Way. Kids need parents who are married, don'tthey? After an unexpected pregnancy, getting married is the "right"thing to do.

9. Pressure. Society says you need to get married.Your friends are all married. Your family keeps asking when you're going to tiethe knot...

10. The Clock Is Ticking. Better get a husband before you run outof eggs!

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VOCABULARY WORDS:

1. Bystander (n.) ~ a personwho is present at an event without participating in it 

2. Cool down (v.) ~ loseintensity  

3. Jumpstart (v.) ~ set inmotion  

4. Resume (n.) ~ a briefacｃount of one’s personal or professional background and qualification  

5. Lay off (phrasal verb) ~to terminate employment  

6. Tie the knot (phrasalverb/ slang) ~ to get married  

QUESTIONS FORDISCUSSION:

1. What is your opinion on the reasonslisted above? Are they good reasons for getting married?  

2. Why is it that some people are scared tostay single?  

3.Why does the society pressure singlepeople to get married?  

4. If a woman gets pregnant, is it reallynecessary for the couple to get married? Discuss your answer.