Gender and dating relationships

In the article, the author questions traditional marriage stereotypes and questions the motive behind some modern marriages. In many ways, marriage has changed with society. Many couples see marriage as a party rather than a sacrament. I agree with the author that couples should discuss marriage plans together rather than wait for "the right time." Many women build up so much anticipation for the perfect proposal or perfect wedding. Both the proposal and the wedding should be about love, not perfection. At the same time, I think many traditions should be kept when it comes to marriage. I think many men would see a proposal coming from their girlfriend as a threat to their manliness. I do not think most women would care if a proposal was not perfect. If they love the person proposing, they will say yes anyway. My mom told me I should pick whatever last name is better of the two when I get married. If you decide to pass two last names on to your children and then they get married, will they have triple hyphenated last names? It does not matter what your last name is. It does not change who you are. 
The love story of my parents was not focused on perfection; it was focused on love. It can be easy for some people to lose sight of what is really important. My parents work as a team. They both cook, clean, and work. I do not think gender roles play a vital part in our house. My parents encourage me to do whatever I want. I know they fell in love for the right reasons and cared less about wedding planning and more about begin together.