OK, OK! Would you enter the state of Holy Matrimony again??????

[nONIE]

:yikes: :redface:

[KathieI]

Forgive me for repeating myself:

NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO!!

Kathie :redface:

P.S. Perfect timing, Nonie. I'm actually heading for my lawyer's office right now!

[nONIE]

Dont everyone hurry to answer this one!

See what you started Caroline? 1rnfl

[Village Kid 2]

It would take a book to answer. You will have to wait until my memoirs are published. Look for them, "Memoirs of a Saint." ;D

vk2

[Just Susan]

Do you realize how hard it is to train a man and keep him trained????? I am way to tired to start that again. My answer is no, (repeated into infinity). I have the best right now. There will be no replacement. I will have my girlfriends and "sisters".

[redwitch]

Being the wise woman (?) I am, I'll never say never but it would be hard to imagine marrying again. Tried it, didn't like it, probably way too set in my ways at this point. A non-live-in relationship might be nice but even that's not necessary.

[784caroline]

Nonie
I thought the question, especially for here in TV, was great and how he got "caught" was even better. I rather keep this in the "dream" world and just let your mind think about it. As to how this would play out in real life, I doubt if most could answer truthfully, because most of us live in "todays" world with partners who are there and we know.....for "better or worse." Time would only tell !!

[nONIE]

Caroline, Of course your right, but lets not be too philosophical and have some fun with it, I know alot of people are going to be afraid to answer this but then theres those who will come up with the perfect answer. ;) altho, Im very much aware of the fact that there is no perfect answer.

[colleenj]

I agree there is no perfect answer and I would never say "never" (as I am only 50) but it is not even on my "radar screen". I was married once but I live a full and happy life, am financially able to care for myself and really just enjoy having people of both sexes as friends. I come and go as I please. Not a bad life at all...

[samhass]

I'm with Susan on this. I have an incredible husband. I fear no one could ever match him. When you have had the best, who wants to go backwards? I will make a life with my friends if he is taken from me.

[bsliny]

Forgive me for repeating myself:

NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO, NO!!

Kathie :redface:LET me see if i understand you correctly does that mean you wouldn't
get married again :hot: :beer3: :hot: :beer2: :hot:

P.S. Perfect timing, Nonie. I'm actually heading for my lawyer's office right now!

[beady]

My answer is probably no. I agree with Susan, too much effort to retrain a man at this stage of my life. Girlfriends will be my companions.

I struck gold the first time, what are the chances of that happening again.

Only one way I might consider it ( We women have a right to change our minds). If I found a very caring...... and very wealthy...... man to take care of me, and was willing to honor my independence. ::) ::)

[Cassie325]

Well....you may re-think that if you are living in Florida....there is an amendment out that willl hurt your benefits if you are an unmarried couple.....just be careful and if you can vote in FL...VOTE NO to number 2

[ConeyIsBabe]

I've been "single" since 1966 and I like it that way; the answer to your question is NO ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

[Rokinronda]

I doubt it. I met hubby when I was 16 and he was 21. I knew that day we would always be together. We are having our 34th anniversary this June. Training was difficult, but I persevered. Compromise was a gimme. The chances of meeting a loving, kind, funny, smart, spontaneous, handsome, caring guy like I have probably would never ever ever happen again. We are very very happy. So if I am the one left alone, I would not want or need to be married. I barely ever dated!!! It would be impossible for any man to compare to my best friend, my soulmate, my husband. So I doubt it, sistahs are the best, but I also never say never. You never know what the future and life can throw at you. ;)

[renielarson]

what is that amendment maria?

[chelsea24]

:agree: With Sam on this one. I have the best and no one can fill his shoes. (Literally a size 13!) No, I really mean it. Vetman is my soulmate and if something should happen to him, I will live my life out doing things with friends. His love will be my only and last.

[renielarson]

Well, errrr....arrrgh....clearing my throat for the umpteenth time while thinking how to answer this question.....

You are all talking to the Queen of "Would You Enter Into The State Of Holy Matrimony Again?????"

I was married 32 years, divorced, then reunited after one year. We did NOT remarry. Financially it was to our benefit so we chose to remain divorced but remain "married" in the sense of the word only. We have now been together 37 years albeit one. We consider ourselves married even though we are not.

If something happened to him, I would consider involving another man in my life...but think I'd have a hard time finding someone as faithful, devoted, considerate, patient, forgiving, and loving as him.

Maria has me now wondering about this new Florida amendment and I will be researching it.

[Village Kid 2]

Bright, The Amendment is called the Florida Marriage Protection Amendment. For some reason I can't open a pdf file at home but in essence it says that Florida law will only recognize the union of one man and one woman as a lawful union. You can google it "proposed Florida amendment" and pull it up.

I'm not sure how it would affect you. The purpose of it seems to be to prevent unions of same sex marriages.

VK2

[Muncle]

The Meaning and Purpose of the Florida Marriage Protection Amendment

The Text of Florida Marriage Protection Amendment:

“Inasmuch as marriage is the legal union of only one man and one woman as husband and wife, no other legal union that is treated as marriage or the substantial equivalent thereof shall be valid or recognized.”

I. The Purpose of the Amendment.

A. The Amendment defines and preserves marriage as the union of one man and one woman as husband and wife.

B. The Amendment prohibits any other legal union that is treated as marriage or the substantial equivalent thereof from being valid or recognized as marriage.

II. The Amendment, Domestic Partnerships and Civil Unions.

A. The Amendment does not prohibit the state or local government from passing laws which confer rights to unmarried persons as long as the laws are not designed to treat unmarried relationships as marriage or the substantial equivalent thereof.

B. The Amendment does not affect benefits offered or contracted in the private sector.

C. The Amendment prohibits any other legal union that is treated as marriage or the substantial equivalent thereof from being valid or recognized as marriage.

[renielarson]

Thank you Muncle

This amendment doesn't effect me....whew!

[pm10]

I guess I'm a never say never person.................but I doubt it. I have a wonderful hubby of 37yrs, who is also my soul mate. I can't really imagine dating, let alone marrying again. I could be very happy with friends - both sistahs and guy friends. The older I get, the less stress I want.........

[Just Susan]

I heard a statistic once that single women and married men live the longest. It went on to say that the reason for this was less stress. Married men are better taken care of and single women only have to take care of themself.

Interesting.

[Cassie325]

Thank you Muncle

This amendment doesn't effect me....whew!


This absolutely effects you and anyone else that is not "legally married"...whether they are same sex or not....

If you are Florida residents and this is passed then you could loose any benefits, legal rights, etc...even if you have a will. I recently went to a talk on this.
VOTE “NO” ON 2 !!!!!

Recent guest speakers, Donna Tara Lee and Joe Sanders from Fairness For All Families, discussed the importance of focusing our efforts to defeat the “Marriage Protection Amendment” which will appear on the November 2008 ballot.

The specific amendment reads: “Inasmuch as a marriage is the legal union of only one man and one woman as husband and wife, no other legal union that is treated as marriage or the substantial equivalent thereof shall be valid or recognized.”

The concern is that passage of such a vaguely worded amendment will lead to a ban of all recognition and benefits for unmarried couplebe they straight or gay/In states where similar legislation has been adopted the challenge to domestic partner benefits has already begun. This not only impacts many gay families, but also hundreds of thousands of straight couples who have chosen not to legally marry in order to protect their retirement/pension benefits.


So what can we do???

Our first step needs to be education. Visit the “Fairness” website (www.votenoflorida.org) to become familiar with the specifics of this issue, learn who is behind this amendment, and find a list of specific actions we can take as individuals and groups to help defeat the measure.

Secondly, we need to commit ourselves to having as many conversations as possible with those around us stressing the importance of defeating this amendment. We need to gather the support of family and friends of all those who, for whatever reason, live lovingly as life-partners.
And finally, above all else, we need to vote!!!! Our collective voice needs to be heard and this can only be accomplished when each individual steps forward on November 8th. Take yourself and all your friends to the polls on that day so we can put to rest this mean spirited amendment.


Hope this helps....you need to look into it!! :yikes:

[mom2five]

I hope I never have to make this decision. Very happily married for many years and can not imagine finding anyone else to take his place. If the worst should happen I think TV will be a great place to be as there is so much there to keep me busy.

[Donna]

I hope I never have to make this decision. Very happily married for many years and can not imagine finding anyone else to take his place. If the worst should happen I think TV will be a great place to be as there is so much there to keep me busy.


I agree with Mom. :agree:.I cannot imagine finding another man to take Johns place..
TV is the kind of place I would go to for friendship, and to keep busy..
:agree: :agree:

[KathieI]

TV is the kind of place I would go to for friendship, and to keep busy..

Exactly why I'm planning to reside in TV, for the friendships I've developed both with sistah's and brother's, (literally, too!). Couldn't think of a better place to spend my single years!!

Kathie

[BUC]

No I would not re-marry, My wife is the nicest person I've ever known, and I pray that we never have to be apart I love her very much and I know that we will spend eternity together praising GOD.

[nONIE]

Buc,
You are the first man to answer this question directly and I admire you for your answer. Your wife is a lucky lady. Thanks for commenting. Common guys, we havan't heard from you yet! Why the cold feet? :dontknow:

[Barefoot]

No I would not re-marry, My wife is the nicest person I've ever known, and I pray that we never have to be apart I love her very much and I know that we will spend eternity together praising GOD.

BUC, now that is just the sweetest post! :bigthumbsup: Your wife is a lucky woman to have a husband who recognizes her true value. I also pray that you never have to be apart.

[bsliny]

I don't think i would I've been happly married for 39 years My wife tells me that all the time Your happly married Ed whether you like it or not
HOW LUCKY CAN ONE WOMAN BE :hot: :beer3: :hot: :beer2: :hot: :2excited:

[njgranny]

Ed, I love your wife's statement. I doubt that I would ever marry again. My DH and I have been married "all our lives." We were 19 and 20 when we got married and have been married almost 49 years. We've had an exciting and rewarding life. I can't even imagine a relationship with anyone else, and, as a couple of people have said, the training is very hard.

[Sidney Lanier]

I generally never say 'never,' but I'm inclined to think that I would not marry again should anything happen to my other half. We're a second marriage, together 30 years, having raised the four sons (two each) that we brought into our marriage who all consider us "Mom & Dad," and we are so settled with each other (though I shouldn't speak for her...) that I cannot imagine being married to anyone else!

[Lil Dancer]

I love my husband and we've had a great marriage. He's my best friend, and we share many interests together. That said, if I was suddenly alone and met someone I cared about I would enjoy marrying again. It certainly wouldn't be the same, we're at different times in our lives now, but I enjoy the companionship of a relationship.

[Russ_Boston]

OK I'll be the first man to admit it:

If, God forbid, my wife leaves this earth first - I would absolutely look for another mate. I can't imagine not sharing my life with someone else. Friends are great but having the intimacy of another soul at your side is irreplaceable. I don't need the formal marriage tag but...

My dad died over 20 years ago and my mom lived the 'single life' until last year. She met a man of the same age last summer and she is giddy as a school girl all over again at the age of 70. My sisters and I are so happy for her. Not sure if she'll make it formal but she's moved in with him and we wouldn't have it any other way.

[Lil Dancer]

What a great story, Russ. We have 2 sets of neighbors who married at a later age. They all met here in The villages. And I have a friend who recently met someone here and they've moved in together. Its been so much fun to see the change in her attitude, and to see her happiness. .

[The Great Fumar]

I could never marry again , the mer thought of parting with this wonderful , genuine, loving, beautiful, sweet, generous , woman makes me tear up.

and besides , shes standing right behind me

cautious fumar

[The Great Fumar]

Fumette ask me the other day if something happened to her would you let another woman play with my new golf clubs ???
I replied "OF COURSE NOT , BESIDES SHE'S LEFT HANDED" !!!

the scar on the left side of my head is from a nine iron ..........


yes, I know its an old joke but I've allways loved it..... ;D ;D ;D ;D

Donald didn't duck fumar






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