Originally posted by Squeekychimp:
I am wondering if some arranged marriages last because the notion of divorce is much more of a stigma in their countries than in the West?
yes - you can say that - however women in my family are all well educated ............. my family as i had said ........ is exception.
Originally posted by Squeekychimp:
Somsuj, did you grow up expecting an arranged marriage? Before you married your lovely wife was it your wish to choose your own wife? Did you argue with your parents over this topic? You can decline answering any of the above questions if you find them too personal! 
i grew up knowing that arranged marriage is a possibility !
the deal i had with my parents was - if i find the right person - they won't object. i did like someone - it did not last long ...... they knew and did not object. i guess they were relieved when i said, we decided to let it go ........
it was the only serious one.
