Was your marriage a Love Marriage?


Not the sort of question we are often asked. In fact its the first time in over 33 years of marriage.
Asked by one of the Nepali young people in the picture its a perfectly normal question here in Nepal where almost all marriages are arranged by families on both sides with perhaps some money changing hands. However the question is an indication that things are changing. More young woman are developing their own careers and delaying marriage, other men and woman are increasingly asking to have a greater say in the choice of a life partner. Love marriages are becoming more common especially among those who are members of other faiths. Usually these are endorsed by members of both families. Whichever choice these young people take one thing is certain, they will have to work at making their marriage a life long love one.
Oh yes, the answer to her question is yes. It still is.