I second Sir Kenyth's remarks. People frequently get married too young, on impulse, and when a guy is only interested in cheerleader looks while a girl's only seeking football biceps. Reality suddenly breaks in on the marriage at some point, as each discovers the other is superficial and irresponsible. Divorce follows, and the usual comments: "Oh, you know, women: can't live with 'em, can't live without 'em." "Typical male. Lazy SOB only wanted to get me in bed or watch football games with his pals." If they wanted life mates and love, they might have done better to choose someone other than a cheerleader and a jock for their spouse.
(And yes, I know that some cheerleaders and jocks have more to offer than that. But many do, and unfortunately the dichotomy between spouse choice and longterm expectations is very real.)
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