When life expectancy hit 95 years of age, married people around the world shouted, "Enough! " And just like that, the institution of marriage was reinvented.

Katherine Valdez
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When life expectancy hit 95 years of age, married people around the world shouted, "Enough!" And just like that, the institution of marriage was reinvented. For centuries, marriage had been a serious business, with little levity or laughter. But today, with this new milestone for longevity, the whole concept of marriage has been revamped. It is no longer a sacred union between two people who have been "married" for decades.

It is a fun social event where two people get together and have a good time. In fact, up until recently, marriage was defined as an institution that lasted only as long as you were alive.

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