In my case only 2 of the things on that list applies to me and 1 not in context me and my husband have been together for 11 yrs
Married in their 30s. I was 23 and he was 25
Did not live together in a common-law relationship before wedding. lived common law 8 yrs
Had children. Have 2 with one on the way ,had the first 2 before wedding
Attended religious services. No
Were university educated. no
Believed that marriage was important for happiness.Yes
It dosent hold true for my parents either they have been married for 27 yrs married at 18 and 19 lived together didnt attend church,were not U educated but did believe marriage was important for happiness.
I really think it depends on the couple and how hard they are willing to work to make their marriage work.
