"I Married a Total Stranger"...Article on arranged marraiges:)

[Ask99]

Re: “I Married a Total Stranger”…Article on arranged marraiges:)

@shay9164

I don’t understand why people make such a big deal about arranged marriages. It’s another thing if you’re FORCED into it, but alot of the weddings take place with both parties consent and they are VERY successful. Infact, I am sure that even most of your parents have had arranged marriage and they are quite happy even after so many years. It’s just a stupid concept in the west where they feel like you’re oppressed if you let your parents find you a boy. Like this stupid cable guy came to set up our internet and my parents got upset because they didn’t want me setting up cable in my room. On his way out, he addressed me like he thought I was some prisoner since I chose to live with my parents and asked me, “I want to give you my number but I am hesitant because I think your parents will find you a boy to marry.. isn’t that the case in your culture”. I was so taken aback! I then told him something which was REALLY shocking to him: “I am engaged and I picked my OWN husband, thank you very much. Infact I have been dating him since high school and my parents have had no issues.” Personally I did not go for an arranged marriage but I probably would have if I had not been with someone since my teen years. I just think that not only people in the west but also general desis who make a big deal about arranged marriages should grow up. It works for alot of people!

Ok I just have to say it…U r basically saying that arranged marraiges r perfect for everyone…just not you:cb: