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  • Smoke
    SBR Aristocracy
    • 10-09-09
    • 48111

    #1
    Is marriage worth it?
    For all you married guys if u could go back in time would you have stayed single? I'm afraid of marriage. Gimme sum advice
  • LLXC
    SBR Hall of Famer
    • 12-10-06
    • 8972

    #2
    Probably not the best place to look for marriage/relationship advice...
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    • szk1983
      SBR Wise Guy
      • 07-08-06
      • 642

      #3
      I was nervous to get married. Three years later, I couldn't be happier. Best decision I ever made.
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      • paco
        SBR Aristocracy
        • 05-07-09
        • 62873

        #4
        going on 5 years of marriage. Got 2 beautiful kids.

        Its fine, as long as ur wife knows ur a gambler, (mine does). Some guys turn into little bitches after marriage and dont/cant never hang out. Dont be that guy, and ull be fine.
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        • Wrecktangle
          SBR MVP
          • 03-01-09
          • 1524

          #5
          Best thing I ever did. Got to find the right gal, tho.
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          • Masu485
            SBR Hall of Famer
            • 08-14-08
            • 7700

            #6
            It's ok as long as you realize it just brings fake happiness. Most people find it hard to be alone, especially when older, so find a partner just to make life easier.
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            • Smoke
              SBR Aristocracy
              • 10-09-09
              • 48111

              #7
              LLXC, what u say is true but I'm talking about those who are still married
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              • THE PROFIT
                SBR Posting Legend
                • 11-27-09
                • 17701

                #8
                My parents celebrated their 40th anniversary last August. They are my main reason for never getting married. Ive never seen two more miserable fukin people
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                • FourLengthsClear
                  SBR MVP
                  • 12-29-10
                  • 3808

                  #9
                  14 years. Like most couples we have had our ups and downs but the vast majority of it I have been happy or at least content.

                  There is a saying that "the grass is always greener on the other side of the fence" but for every reason I can think of to have stayed single and can think of two which makes me realise that I did the best thing.
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                  • kickenchicken
                    SBR Sharp
                    • 09-17-10
                    • 430

                    #10
                    look dude find a woman oooh yeah and you find love. but dont forget son you dont have to f' in marry... big mistake... when you find the one that feels the same, you better tighten up... your kids wont worry and no one else matters
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                    • rem sleep
                      SBR MVP
                      • 10-04-10
                      • 1238

                      #11
                      Get one who isnt a gold digger. A good percentage of marriages end in divorce and she can easily get half unless you have a prenuptial.
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                      • Cap dat 4ss
                        Restricted User
                        • 10-11-10
                        • 3665

                        #12
                        Been married 4 years. Sometimes it's great and I couldn't imagine being single, other times it's hard and a lot of work. It's all about finding that right person that you've got chemistry with and can stand being around even when things are bad.
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                        • fsugolf
                          SBR Hall of Famer
                          • 07-17-09
                          • 6194

                          #13
                          no.
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                          • Flexin
                            SBR Wise Guy
                            • 10-09-10
                            • 969

                            #14
                            Its worth it if you want to be married. If you don't want to get married, don't do it.

                            I first started dating my wife over 15 years ago. For years I told her I wasn't getting married. At one point I realized how bad she wanted to be married so I told her to leave me, I had no desire to be married. We did end up getting marred about 5 years after that when I was less against it.

                            It doesn't really matter. Live with someone too long and they still can take half of your shit.

                            I'm happy I did it. I'm glad I waited till I wanted to do it.

                            James
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                            • WvGambler
                              SBR Posting Legend
                              • 04-19-10
                              • 11618

                              #15
                              Been officially married for less than a month....essentially been married though for almost 9 years. She knows I gamble, and has never minded. Just make sure you take care of your business first. She is a sports lover, and doesnt mind that I am obsessed with sports. She makes way more money than I do, and I don't make a bad living. So far so good.
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                              • sickler
                                SBR Posting Legend
                                • 06-05-08
                                • 15006

                                #16
                                Not married but my advice is don't do it.

                                The sanctity of marriage is an old-fashioned idea.
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                                • MarkDee
                                  SBR Sharp
                                  • 01-03-10
                                  • 427

                                  #17
                                  women marry men hoping they will change.
                                  men marry women hoping the will not change.
                                  women change men don't, that's why most marriages fail
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                                  • Smoke
                                    SBR Aristocracy
                                    • 10-09-09
                                    • 48111

                                    #18
                                    Good stuff so far, seems like more yea's than no's.

                                    To give u more info,I met my current girlfriend at a casino. She gambles too, loves blackjack, knows I gamble as well. Add to that she's a hot piece of ass and has a great personality. I kno I will propose soon but not in a hurry.
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                                    • shaggy3000
                                      Restricted User
                                      • 12-29-09
                                      • 5801

                                      #19
                                      Originally posted by LLXC
                                      Probably not the best place to look for marriage/relationship advice...
                                      why? a bunch of real people. ( guys with similar hobbies ) sounds like the perfect place to get a real answer
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                                      • THE PROFIT
                                        SBR Posting Legend
                                        • 11-27-09
                                        • 17701

                                        #20
                                        marriage is an old fashioned religious thing that is out dated. 2 people aren't meant to fuk only that person & spend that much time with only one person, its not healthy
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                                        • andywend
                                          SBR MVP
                                          • 05-20-07
                                          • 4805

                                          #21
                                          Been married for 17 years and have 2 great kids.

                                          Without a doubt, getting married was the best decision I ever made.

                                          My wife got a 6 digit inheritance a few years after we got married and even though she didn't have to, she just handed me the check to put in our joint account. Then a few years after that, I lost almost all of it daytrading (shorting internet stocks near the top of the market but not quite at the top).

                                          She had every reason to be furious, but instead was incredibly supportive telling me everything will be OK.

                                          I knew then she was the woman I was going to spend the rest of my life with and only then did we decide to start a family.

                                          Now I have more money than I will ever need and she spends an absolute ton but since she was so great during the rough times, I don't mind it so much.

                                          A couple tidbits of advice:

                                          Make sure you move in and live together before getting married. If she objects, tell her you'll set a wedding date if she moves in as even living with her for as little as 30 days can be crucial in your decision to marry her or not.

                                          Secondly (and FAR MORE IMPORTANT) do NOT have children until you know for certain she is the one. If you're the slightest bit unsure, then don't have children. As far as birth control, you need to put it on yourself as its quite common for a woman to get pregnant even against her husband's wishes since she is now married.

                                          If you find the right one, you'll know. Good luck.
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                                          • onetrickpony
                                            SBR Hall of Famer
                                            • 08-23-10
                                            • 9434

                                            #22
                                            i will let u know in ten years if it happens
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                                            • Flexin
                                              SBR Wise Guy
                                              • 10-09-10
                                              • 969

                                              #23
                                              Originally posted by THE PROFIT
                                              marriage is an old fashioned religious thing that is out dated. 2 people aren't meant to fuk only that person & spend that much time with only one person, its not healthy
                                              I know a couple that is married and seem to be very happy. They also are not only ******* each other from what I hear.

                                              For me I'm not religious at all. Not even close. So it wasn't about that for me.

                                              I feel its wrong to say its not healthy. Its different for everyone. Some people shouldn't date someone for more then a week.

                                              James
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                                              • Smoke
                                                SBR Aristocracy
                                                • 10-09-09
                                                • 48111

                                                #24
                                                Originally posted by THE PROFIT
                                                marriage is an old fashioned religious thing that is out dated. 2 people aren't meant to fuk only that person & spend that much time with only one person, its not healthy
                                                That's what I thought till I met this girl. She don't mind my gambling and she even watches the games I bet on with me. She's a gambler as well but plays the table games. Add to that she's super hot. Can't imagine her being with someone else.
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                                                • SBR_John
                                                  SBR Posting Legend
                                                  • 07-12-05
                                                  • 16471

                                                  #25
                                                  YES but not too young...get it all out of you first.
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                                                  • Extra Innings
                                                    SBR Posting Legend
                                                    • 02-26-10
                                                    • 15058

                                                    #26
                                                    Originally posted by SBR_John
                                                    YES but not too young...get it all out of you first.
                                                    I'd say the same thing if my wife read this forum.
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                                                    • LLXC
                                                      SBR Hall of Famer
                                                      • 12-10-06
                                                      • 8972

                                                      #27
                                                      Originally posted by shaggy3000
                                                      why? a bunch of real people. ( guys with similar hobbies ) sounds like the perfect place to get a real answer
                                                      I was wrong - some good honest answers here.
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                                                      • Power Play
                                                        SBR MVP
                                                        • 02-01-10
                                                        • 1224

                                                        #28
                                                        Try to find someone in your social class or higher otherwise stuff tends to happen. I guess a better statement would be both partners should bring something to the table. Good luck!
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                                                        • 757sFinest
                                                          SBR Wise Guy
                                                          • 09-23-10
                                                          • 885

                                                          #29
                                                          Been with my girl for 12 years. Since junior year of college. It took me till july of last year to finally propose. Don't do it till the time is right. You will get questions all the time, " when you gonna put a ring on her finger" from family and friends. Go at your own pace. I will be getting married on 7-23-11, so wish me luck. Not really nervous though, after 12 years I truly feel she is the one and i'm making the right decision.
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                                                          • Shelton
                                                            SBR Sharp
                                                            • 01-06-10
                                                            • 400

                                                            #30
                                                            if you like not getting laid over 50% divorce just save the time
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                                                            • jewbob
                                                              SBR Rookie
                                                              • 12-07-10
                                                              • 29

                                                              #31
                                                              Been there once. Total disaster. Went there again. Couldn't be happier. I didn't change so it must be a question of finding the right person. If you are not feeling it then don't do it. If the both of you are crazy about each other not just plain crazy you just might live happily ever after.
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                                                              • Smoke
                                                                SBR Aristocracy
                                                                • 10-09-09
                                                                • 48111

                                                                #32
                                                                Originally posted by SBR_John
                                                                YES but not too young...get it all out of you first.
                                                                Lol, I'm 28 so I got it all out of me
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                                                                • andywend
                                                                  SBR MVP
                                                                  • 05-20-07
                                                                  • 4805

                                                                  #33
                                                                  women marry men hoping they will change.
                                                                  men marry women hoping they will not change.
                                                                  women change men don't, that's why most marriages fail
                                                                  MarkDee, I don't know where you came up with this or if you found it somewhere but it neatly sums up the true reason why so many marriages end in divorce.

                                                                  Impressive stuff.
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                                                                  • joe blow
                                                                    SBR Wise Guy
                                                                    • 05-09-06
                                                                    • 775

                                                                    #34
                                                                    My 1st marriage sucked ,it lasted 3 years.My 2nd marriage i found the right girl.She 's a true partner and my biggest fan.I been with her for 10 years..Best move i ever made
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                                                                    • opie1988
                                                                      SBR Posting Legend
                                                                      • 09-12-10
                                                                      • 23429

                                                                      #35
                                                                      Originally posted by Smoke

                                                                      Lol, I'm 28 so I got it all out of me
                                                                      28 is awful young. Trust me....you don't have it all out of you.

                                                                      Marrriage is an extremely difficult gig. That being said.....isn't everything worth doing difficult? Its like every other significant thing in one's life.....you get out of it pretty much whatever you're willing to put into it.

                                                                      For me personally, I didn't take my marriage near seriously enough until after we had our daughter (9 years into our marriage). Once she came......everything kinda cleared up for me.

                                                                      You don't really need to hear what people on here have to say. You already know the answer to your question. Go with what you really think in your heart.

                                                                      Good luck.
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