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Bradworthy News - May 1999

Kids on dating and marriage

How does a person decide who to marry?

You got to find somebody who likes the same stuff. Like if you like sports, she should like it that you like sport and she should keep the chips and dip coming. Allan age 10

No person really decides before they grow up who they’re going to marry. God decides it all way before, and you get to find out later who you’re stuck with. Kirsten, age 10

How can you tell if two people are married?

Married people usually look happy to talk to other people. Eddie, age 6

You night have to guess based on whether they seem to be yelling at the same kids. Derrick, age 8

What do most people do on a date?

Dates we for having fun, and people should use them to get to know each other. Even boys have something to say if you listen long enough. Lynnette, age 8

On the first date, they just tell each other lies, and that usually gets them interested enough to go on a second date. Martin, age 10

Is it better to be single or married?

It’s better for girls to be single but not for boys. Boys need somebody to clean up after them. Anita, age 9

What promises do a man and a woman make when they get married?

A man and a woman promise to go through sickness and illness and diseases together. Marlon, age 10

How to make a marriage work

Tell your wife that she looks pretty even if she looks like a truck. Ricky, age 7

If you want to last with your man, you should wear a lot of sexy clothes.... Especially underwear that is red and maybe has a few diamonds on it. Lori, age 8

Getting married a second time

Most men are brainless, so you might have to try more than one to find a live one. Angie, age 10

How would the world be different if people didn’t get married?

There sure would be a lot of kids to explain, wouldn’t there? Kelvin, age 8

What do you think your mum and dad have in common?

Both don’t want no more kids. Lori, age 8


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