Re: A General Question for ya'all
I think it really is a testing time for you and your partner if you are married. Only this hardship time shows you what your partner really is all about!
If you are a girl - and out of job - then guys are pretty much "forgiving" and take on the responsibility with dignity.
However, if a guy is out of job - and the girl responds in poor manners - by putting him down... then it would be really sad.
If the guy also acts foollishly and makes the girl feel horrible that she is not contributing anymore - then it's simply horrible.
Bad times do not last forever, just like good times do not either. Just make most of what you can compromise with and support each other.
Your partner will always remember your generous act. So be good - always.
About bigger families - and losing job... that's the most difficult situation to be in. However, there are gov assistance programs that can help in tougher times. One should never feel TOO LITTLE to get help. You can always be back on your feet and HELP BACK once things get going back to normal.