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For what it`s worth David, I believe you should be able to marry! Your happy and you make each other happy so why does it matter, whether your in a same sex relationship or not! xxx

I know I've said this already, but boy, this thread is one of the most interesting ones I've read for a while. Patty, although it doesn't affect me, I have friends in the same boat as David, and Sheila, and they would dearly love to have a facility such as the one you described! Glenys x

Hey Glenys - nice to run into you again on another great thread. For those who are interested. The right to same sex common-law marriage, has existed nationwide in Canada since 2000. At present, 7 Provinces and 1 Territory issue civil marriage licenses to same sex couples. A bill is currently before Parliament which if passed, will legalise same sex marriages accross Canada. The bill is widely anticipated to be passed. The Charter of Rights and Freedoms, as interperated by our Supreme Court, protects the rights of religious institutions which choose not to perform same sex marriages. Kerry and Bec's comments are a reflection of the view held by the majority of young people in Canada. And over 65% of the population as a whole, agree with them. Love Patty

Patty, thanks for that info - very interesting. Its a pity the UK government cant be as descisive. As i said earlier, im not sure if i'd like to get married but it would be nice to have the option. Glenys had a chuckle picturing me and David cast out to sea in a little boat lol

Oops, didn't think of that, Shiela! Patty, that was interesting hearing that info. As Shiela says, it would be nice for them to have the choice here in the UK.

Thanks Patty:) lol Sheila - I think the UK government would rather send us out to sea in a boat than deal with our issues :)

Mind you, things are moving forward rather than backward these days, David, surely ...........? (She says, not so sure!)

Glenys things are moving forward in the sense that gay people arent excluded as much as they were but theres still a way to go. I tend to live in my own little bit of the world and just get on with my life and most people are fine, but its not a nice experience to get your back spat on by a gang of teenagers when you go into a shop. David, you could be right.

That's disgusting, Sheila. Showing themselves to be the ignorant, immature beings that they are. But yes, point taken.

I might be old fashioned, but I think marriage is for the best. I know a lot of people say that's its only a piece of paper, so its not that important - well I think it is important, especially where children are concerned.

I'm not so sure either Glenys lol - I'm not very political but have noticed that this government has brought in some piddling but positive legislation mostly to do with discrimination and protection in law so there's a slow movement forward but it's firmly ignored the larger issues that affect us:)