Okay now back to my questions. If you didn't read my first five check them out below.
Why do we believe marriage is supposed to work?
Why are we one of the few creatures on earth that actually "attempt" to practice a life long monogamous relationship? If you look at the behaivor and practices of the animal on earth they choose their mate for the season and after that it's on to the next. There are a few animals that kill their mates after procreation, and I definitely don't condone that, but I think we should consider the institution of marriage and it's purpose in human existence.
If you think about the fact that more than 50% of marriages will end in divorce, and increasing daily, you get the idea that people don't want to be held captive to just one person for life. This is why I laugh and shake my head when I meet women looking for "Mr. Right", because it's like looking for the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. It just doesn't exist.
I can't believe that there is one person that contains all the attributes that one desires in a soulmate. I did a list of things I'd like in my mate and I'm lucky to have 3 or 4 in any one person. So what do I do? Do I just keep looking for that complete package, or do I deny myself the enjoyment of qualities?
Why has pornography pervaded every orifice of technology?
Okay, if you read my recent material you know I enjoy porn. I believe it's a healthy relationship, so hey, don't hate! Now, as much as I like appreciate the internet's infinite supply of every possible and concievable type of porn, I think we might have begin being concerned. I really appreciate the fact that I don't have to go to a special store, where I have to park around back, just to get the latest movies. And porn has always been here, from cave drawings to silent film, but recently it's gotten out of hand.
As of now, there probably is no single technological multimedia invention that has not be touched by it. I mean, cell phones, computers, magazines, t.v., satelite radio, in-dash and seat mounted car dvd players, and now even iPods. iPod!! Now we can walk down the street and watch a porno, or while waiting for the school bus. Part of me says "I wish I were in high school right about now" and part of me is glad i'm not. Primarily because stimulation overload and no place for release wouldn't be good for a 16 year old me.
So now we got access to porn, and no way to slow it down. And I'm aware of the consequences of a society that doesn't have a tight grip on the leash of morality, i.e. Sodom and Gomorrah, but who wants somebody else upholding a moral standard, that you may or may not endorse? So we are left to wait for what will be the next technological device for our viewing or listening pleasure. One day we'll see how this all play out...
hopefully there's no "money shot". LOL. that was wrong...
Peace OUT!
one last little rant... why is there porn of the Simpson's? i'm mean come on! really, The Simpson's?
Peace.
8 comments:
There are many, many species that mate for life. And I'd still like to believe in a life-long love. But I tell you, this whole dating game does leave me pessimistic at times...
Really and truly, I'm at the point now where I don't believe that marriage works which is why I'm still single I guess (smile).
I'm surprised when I see people that are actually in happy marriages because so many aren't!
Doesn't the swan mate for life? In my part of the world divorce rates are not that high but from all I've been told you got to work at it.I don't think you ever gonna find a person with every requirement you have mentally but I guess the trick is to decide what is necessary and what you can compromise on
my azz don't need to be gettin hitched ever again. "I DO".....until.... *SLAM*
i don't do long term contracts. :/
After reading some of the post left by readers I decided I should do some research on animal monogamy. Just to see if the rhetoric I conveyed was indeed accurate. Here's what i came across:
"In past research, many zoologists and writers succumbed to fantasy myths and observer bias, and extolled the virtues of many species said to be faithful, for a season or a lifetime, and which were held up as role models of monogamy.
In fact, we now know that many, perhaps most, animals, are oppportunistic and promiscuous. This includes previous exemplors such as swans and (depending upon circumstances) wolves. David Barash (a University of Washington zoologist and professor of psychology) and Judith Lipton(a psychiatrist) document in their book "The Myth of Monogamy".
and:
Upon close examination of species that supposedly mate for life, it
turns out that they are about as monogamous as humans; more than 50%
end up with a different partner.
I've just been schooled ;)
your wording "held captive" is interesting...
Brea,
I'm happy you challenged me, because i did initially make a blind statement, without actually checking the facts. Thanks.
Peace
Insanely,
I knew you'd agree. I think i'm steadily coming across more and more like minded folks.
Peace.
Nikki,
it is interesting, isn't it? i think that marriage can at times be a trap. we feel as though we lose a part of our freedom, whether it be artistic, vocal, creative, mental, etc.
i know for me i've always been more creative outside of relationship, in general. my mind is more focused on myself, that's why this year i promised to be a little more selfish.
Peace.
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