Same-Sex Marriage Same-Sex Marriage “Each individual’s journey through life is unique. Some will make this journey alone, others in loving relationships- maybe in marriage or other forms of commitment. We need to ponder our own choices and try to understand the choices of others. Love has many shapes and colors and is not finite. It can not be measured or defined in terms of sexual orientation.” (From the Statement of Affirmation and Reconciliation by …showed first 75 words of 592 total…

…showed last 75 words of 592 total…care of their partner. Also, the employee must an affidavit, stating that the relationship has existed for at least one year, that couple lives together, and are both responsible for each other’s economic welfare. None of these are required of legally married couples. (Demian. “Legal Marriage Primer.” Demian @buddybuddy.com. 1999) The major theme through out the article is that gay couples simply want the same rights as everyone else, nothing more and nothing less.