Gender and Dating Relationships

I think that this article presented a good points regarding marriage. Often couples can be overly concerned with the superficial aspects of their relationship, such as proposals and weddings. The author emphasizes that many women have high expectations about proposals and weddings that are superficial and unrealistic. He also discussed how many women expect men to propose before even talking about marriage with one another and expect to be surprised when proposed to. I agree that a couple should discuss and reflect upon whether they are ready or in love enough to be married. However, I do not believe that all the "traditional proposals" the author discussed are ridiculous and outdated. I don't think that having a "traditional proposal" means that a couple is superficial or not serious about their love. I agree that maybe some may put all their energy on the proposal or wedding and not really consider if they are compatible with their partner or if they are ready for a lifelong commitment. I believe that every couple is different and if a woman wants to propose or keep her last name then that is her decision. I also agree that women should expect some elaborate proposal, but I also don't think that there is any harm in a man proposing in a traditional way.In my parents' love story, my dad proposed in a "traditional way" and my parents planned their wedding like most couples. My mom was not completely expecting the proposal, but she knew that my dad was the only one for her. This perhaps traditional love story may seem cliché, but it is one that suited my parents. I believe every couple has different approaches to love, engagements, and marriage. No one way is right so long as the couple truly loves one another and has reflected about their commitment rather than focus on certain exciting events in their relationship.