Census Bureau figures for 2003 show that Americans are getting married later, with the average age for a first marriage having risen to 26. What do you think?
Dale Steele
Systems Analyst
“Oh, great. First my grandmother starts pestering me about not being married, then my parents, and now the national media.”
Lois Halverson
Real Estate Clerk
“Thank God there’s a greater trend I can look to when I ponder my lonely, loveless existence in the midnight hour.”
Curtis Fuller
Salesperson
“I don’t have to worry about marriage at this point in my life. Paying child support for three kids is stressful enough as it is.”
Ruby Turpin
Auditor
“It’s because of the sluggish economy. It’s harder to get a dowry together these days.”
Marvin Watts
Robotics Technician
“Christ. Get ready for some of the bitterest-looking bridesmaids in history.”
Glen Powers
Home Health Aid
“My folks got married at 17. They were also cousins. Let me know when you have your tape recorder ready.”