Commitment and Security

We have had a wonderful weekend celebrating our daughter's engagement to her partner ,Matt. They have known each other for many years and started with a solid friendship. They have helped each other celebrate their achievements and navigate through life's challenges. As I reflect on their commitment to each other I have taken the time to think of the value of marriage. Generations ago one reason marriage was important for women was to provide financial security. As independent, strong women we have many  opportunities  previous generations did not necessarily have. Both Kirsten and I are fortunate enough to be  professionally and financially  independent. However physical and emotional security is very important to us.  It helps us stay strong professional women. A strong marriage and partnership comes from feeling safe and knowing that your emotional needs will be met no matter how crazy and difficult our world becomes. Planning for  Kirsten and Matts' wedding is exciting , what is more important is to see the commitment they show to each other which will make sure they can stay committed to the vows they will make to each other next year.