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Woud you get married a third time?

36 replies

pullingmyhairout1 · 18/10/2016 15:07

Just want your experiences/thoughts really.

If you screwed up two times before (well one was DV - the other failed to mention a long-term boyfriend as well as our marriage) would you consider it?

My current long-term fella has asked primarily probably because we want to have IVF and a child together. We've lived together long enough to know what bits we hate about each other and what bits we like about each other. Tbh I'm not fussed either way, but it is important to him.

Neither wants a flash wedding, which is good because IVF is damned expensive (and we have to go private).

He also was involved in a severe car accident recently and I think that has changed his outlook somewhat.

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hermione2016 · 19/10/2016 12:57

Op, just look out for the need to have a baby, I completely understand it, it's only on reflection do I realise I may have overlooked issues as we both wanted a baby.My 2nd h was totally different to the 1st so I assumed I was getting it right. I did have some concerns and if totally honest with myself I'm not sure I was very happy with him.

Just reflect on any doubts you have and talk them over with someone you really trust and who knows you well.

I have dc with my h and it totally heartbreaking to divorce when children involved.

PsychedelicSheep · 19/10/2016 13:10

I'm divorced and wouldn't marry again. I don't feel the need, as I don't want more children and don't want to compromise the security of the two I've got by effectively letting someone potentially take half of what's mine/there's.

PsychedelicSheep · 19/10/2016 13:11

Theirs! 😳

pullingmyhairout1 · 21/10/2016 15:50

I've covered that base. We live in rented and the house I own is owned half and half with my parents who are leaving their half to my children with me having a lifetime interest. Have naff all else.

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PsychedelicSheep · 21/10/2016 18:58

That's exactly what I'm planning on doing, am renting now and will try and buy a lace with my dad's name on the mortgage next year as no-one will give me one on my own!

Still don't see the point in getting married though but it's a personal choice innit.

happypoobum · 21/10/2016 19:05

I am twice divorced, and yes, I think you should go for it!!

HelsinkiLights · 21/10/2016 19:13

Yes go for it as you only live your life once.
As other posters say 3rd time lucky. I know it's a bit woo but maybe life threw all the previous crap at you so you you would end up happy where you are supposed to be.
Or must likely right time wrong man.
Ignore all the naysayers & do what makes you both content.

KeepCoolCalmAndCollected · 21/10/2016 19:40

I don't think the house situation would be totally watertight if you divorced. Wouldn't he be entitled to a quarter of it?

NameChange30 · 21/10/2016 20:47

Yes if they divorce he may be entitled to a quarter of the house unless the OP gets a watertight prenup.

OP you will also need to update your will after you get married to ensure that your assets (i.e. your half of the house) goes to your children and not your new husband.

Justaboy · 21/10/2016 21:52

Yes, 1st wife died 2nd divorced after 19 years and if the right woman were to appear yes! do it all over again:)

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