Opinions on Living together without marriage?

I live with my daughters father and we are not married nor do we wish to be we are happy just the way things are Marriage is very over rated to me it is anyway we both wear wedding bands because to me he is my husband and I am his wife and that's how we feel about it and nothing else matters

Actually, I would not tell them anything. If they are in a relationship and is considering living together, I would think they are mature enough to make their own decisions. If it works out great, if it doesn't, then you learn from your mistakes. I have lived with two men in my life, the first one was for almost six years, we broke up, and life went on. The second person, I married. I have no problem with it. In most relationships one person or the other winds up spending more time at the others house, so living together becomes a convenience. If someone were to ask my opinion, I would say go for it. I would rather live with someone first in order to see what kind of person they really are, and how we get along co-habitating.

I think it depends if the person still believes in the teachings in the Bible. I do and it says there that its sin to live with another person without marriage. If I knew someone in this situation, then I will ask them what is hindering them from marrying, if they love each other so much that they are willing to share everything together. That is the essence of marriage anyways, to commit to each other to be together no matter what. If they say that they are not ready for that kind of commitment then I'd say they are not ready to live together.

Living with someone before marriage is okay to me. I was rasied Christian but I love the person I am with so to me I know someday we will get married and I do not judge people if they live together without marriage. I know some people think it is wrong and they have the right to feel that way, I just disagree with it. Take care and happy mylotting to you.

Thanks for bring it up. For me, its their own choice. Have pro and cons.

its a matter of trial and error. why get married easily and when things didnt turn out ok eventually ends up getting divorce with so many legalities to consider. its a waste of time and effort considering the emotional stress tou would have to go thru. unlike if you try leaving together first and realized youre not compatible you could always get out of the relationship that easily.

51% of all marriages fail. I think marriage is out of date, and a thing of the Past. In Canada there is no reason to get married. There is no stigma to a relationship without marriage. The boys can take their fathers name, and the girls can have their Mothers. Who cares? Nobody even asks any more. A Separation is much easier without the marriage. No need for divorce, and definitely much cheaper when a Lawyer is not required.

Hi debshie, I have no problem with what we often call common law marriage. When two people love each other and decide to live together there is nothing at all wrong with it. I have a niece who has lived that way for more than twenty years and they have raised two wonderful children, the oldest is in her fifth year at University and the youngest is completing high school this year. If two people are committed to each other that is all that matters. Blessings.

Its okay to live together without marriage. I even would take that as a suggestion. My brother and his girlfriend are living together in our other House and my parents are not against what they are doing. Actually, I would take that as a preparation for marriage. You and Your partner will know each other better so when it comes to the point that you will have your marriage settled, Both of you are sure to each other and No regrets and live happily ever after. That is life. =) Happy mylotting debshie!

I have seen so many relationships ruined by little habits and ways that the couple only learn about after marriage - when they move in together. I am Catholic though and have always believed that marriage should be first. My husband and I were dating for 8 years before we got married. We lived together for amost 2 years before we got hitched. It worked for us. But then I knew he was 'The One'.

i still believe in marriage, yes i do... i jsut cant see my self being in 1 roof with someone i love yet not married with. i think if e are really in love with each other and promise to be with eac other, then, we should be married first. its not just for legality reason. well for me, im a devoted christian, so i really prefer to be married first before living with someone.

i don't really see what the big deal is... my opinion is that it's probably good to live together for a while before you get married so that you can see how it feels and works out.

*pregnancy (previous post of mine)

Well, I am currently living with my boyfriend and I believe there is nothing wrong with it. In fact I think its a great way to be comfortable with the person you love before and if marriage takes place. Some couples agree not to move in with one another until marriage and it either works great or it doesn't. I think before marriage is best because it gives you the opportunity to see your partner in all lights, see their habits and everything. Then if marriage comes along then you are already prepared for whats in store for the next years plus some. A few of my family members were a little skeptical because they have my best interest at heart. They didn't at all want me to commit to someone and then have everything shatter. And me being young they didn't want an unanticipated pregnany being that I have so many things that I want to do in life and all. So its really up to the couple and what they feel will suit the relationship.