Tara and I have been living together since 2001. We never had a civil ceremony because we wanted to marry in the church and we consider ourselves common law...Yes, we could have had a civil and then church ceremony later, but we wanted to do it once only(although I think we may have been able to squeeze two gifts out of it). We want to get married this summer.
Congratulations! This is coming from someone who doesn't know much about Catholicism in general, so this thread has been interesting for me to read. But it is particularly enriching to hear from someone like you who is so clearly committed to what you believe is right. Well done!
Sorry, that's the way it sounded in your previous post. I know someone that had the protestant version of the same problem. His wife divorced him and the church found him "at fault." He can't be remarried in that denomination, not that it has come up. But, he also can't be a minister any more because of it (in that denomination or any other). But, for the sake of his ex-wife, he would not contest the ruling.
Sounds like a milestone for you, congratulations, and I applaud you on your patience and adherence to your principles. Nothing 'simply' about that. It's stuff like that which really makes such things seem... well... nevermind, no reason to drag it towards the D&D. congratulations.
Congrats! Now bust out your rosary and celebrate with the eucharist. My wife is Catholic, and I'm an Athiest. While our child is baptized in the Catholic church, we were never officially married in the church. My wife's cousin was a priest, who had no problems with us marrying. Unfortunately he died in Zimbabwe before he could marry us. I just can't be bothered to lie to a priest about seriously converting in order to get their blessing. Luckily it's not that important to my wife. Of course, it would make it easier for her to leave... Seriously though. I'm glad you're square with the church so you can do as you want in the future.
I always wondered about this...I was concerned about how it affects the children..you know, making them bastards... But seriously, how did you go about doing this? this may be better off-line...
Since you can't seem to help yourself, let me clue you in. Not every thread is an appropriate place for you to tell other people how silly you think their beliefs are. Now feel free to ignore me, as you do to just about everybody, and carry on with your douchebaggery.
SWEET! Time for the ANNULMENT PARTY! Honestly, why do men allow their wives to get a divorce? Men are the heads of the house and must be strong leaders. Women, if disobedient, must be disciplined in a swift and strong manner. This will put down any insurrections.
wah wah wounded catholic wah wah I went to catholic schools for 18 years - even if I didn't, I'm entitled to speak my opinion. Report my post to a moderator if you have a problem with it. Otherwise, not every thread is an appropriate place for you to try to avenge past BBS slights.
You nailed it when you said that he can't help himself. It's just what he is. No big deal. His posts here actually remind me of my ex. I find humor in his posts, not because of his wit (or lack thereof), but because he thinks what he says matters.
Again, thanks for the congratulatory words. I am going to talk to my priest about this whole event as soon as I can get an appointment to him. This is a huge step for me, and all that is left is to establish an equitable visitation schedule with my son.
Oh yeah, David Copperfield is coming to the valley March 1st. I purchased floor seats for my family. I can't wait. Floor 3 seats...http://www.wegoplaces.com/Event_216153.aspx
