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Historically, economic considerations were always a driving force behind marriage -- the notion of romantic love is really a quite recent invention. So it seems to me a very logical choice, given the fact that if it weren't for this marriage, the kid is treated according to a more unrealistic fiction as to his assets and income. Also -- I'd just note that the marriage is NOT "fictitious" if they are legally married, no matter what their living arrangements or level of emotional involvement.
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<p>tell me about it... i ain't mad at the kid..i'm in the same situation and i'm considering doing the same thing..</p>