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Now, I’m not a paranormal writer (at least, not yet) but you do have to wonder…

Look back 100 years – 1917

Some marriages were still arranged
Dating was done in groups or with a chaperone
Receiving gifts was very much a part of the romance
Virginity was more common until the wedding night
Many women married in their teens, not finishing high school
Women over 25 years old were considered spinsters
It was romantic to cook a lovely meal with a candle lit table setting
Kink was considered something very private, as well as the act of sex
Sex was often times considered only for procreation
Marriages lasted many years – divorce not being considered, even in the worse circumstances due to its stigma.

Looking at today – 2017

Many couples meet via social media or internet dating sites
Dating is rarely chaperoned
Gifts are typically only given for special occasions
Virginity is a rarity – many couples have sex by the third date, if not sooner
Many women opt for high school and college graduation prior to considering marriage
Many women wait until their 30’s and 40’s to marry the first time – waiting until their careers are established or hoping to find the right one later on when they’re more mature – avoiding divorce
A romantic dinner out is preferred to avoid cleanup
Kink is freely talked about in order to find a more suitable mate
Sex is considered a must not an option – even without the need to procreate, thanks to advances in birth control
It’s typical to find a mate who has been married multiple times due to divorce being a ready option for difficult relationships

Flash Forward 100 years – 2117

Couple paring will be arranged for more equality in intellect
Dating will be obsolete
Gifts will be unnecessary
Virginity will be in demand as to keep couple paring limited
Advanced education for both parties will be the norm
All will be pared by age 30
Kink will again be private and underground
Sex will be demanded for only procreation, all other options for sex will be private and underground
Divorce will be obsolete

Of course, all this is my own personal option. What do you think romance and marriage will be like in 100 years? I’d love to hear your ideas.

What Will Romance and Marriage Look Like in 100 Years?