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How many posters here are assuming the things that person can't do? How many people here know exactly how much the man in the article can really do?
Just as an example, people constantly assume I can't do things I can. I have had people tell me things like "oh my god I can't imagine not being able to use a computer." Well guess what--I can use a computer.
The man in the article may be able to do much more than what people here in this thread are giving him credit for. Maybe people should actually learn just how much each disabled individual can do before saying that they wouldn't want to date someone because they can't do x, y, or z. Maybe they can't do x, but they can do y and z.
Last edited by nimchimpsky; 02-21-2012 at 03:42 PM..
I personally could not. Maybe I'm selfish. I don't want to be the one to do everything. I'm not willing to give up the things I enjoy doing. I'm not looking for martyrdom when I die. G-d forbid it happened to my husband while we were married-that's an entirely different story. But I have to wonder, does this guy's wife have some motive? She's married to a rich and handsome young man. He gave her one heck of a rock for her engagement. Is SHE looking for martyrdom? Does she want the fuss and fame by everyone saying what a wonderful woman and wife she is? Is he her "meal ticket"? Not to sound negative, but I sometimes wonder people's actions. I see it with my husband's family. "Burden" that other people take on by their own choice. "Sacrifices" they make at their own choice. Making it a point to shell out $$$ for other people all so people can say, "Aww, Jane is such a wonderful person. She does so much for everyone." But at the same time, Jane is bragging about what she's done for other people and makes it a point to tell everyone how much she spends. This may not be the same scenario as this topic, but I just can't help but wonder.
Either way, this man fufills a need for her. And she for him. Which is what relationships are all about. I met an unlikely couple awhile ago, an older man, and a woman, the woman was a bit "delayed", it is obvious they take care of each other, and one has strengths that the other does not. They seemed very much in love. And happy. Isn't that what it is all about?!
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