Dear Youth 84 - Youth Magazine Staff - January 1984

Youth Magazine Staff

Question: I thought it was horrible when I learned that two or three of my friends came from homes where their parents had been or were getting divorced. Now, I am completely shocked to find that my own parents are talking of splitting up. Aren't there any happy marriages left anymore? How can I make sure I have a happy marriage? Answer: Yes, there are some happy marriages, but certainly there are many, many unhappy marriages as well. What this means for someone looking forward to marriage in the future is this: If you want to have a happy marriage, you can't rely on chance, luck or fate. In today's world, people tend to take for granted that finding a mate is a risky business and finding the right one generally seems to be a matter beyond their control. It doesn't have to be. - Information Supplied By: Herbert W Armstrong Library