Dr. Laura,

As a listener for many years, I always admire and agree with your advice to couples to get premarital counseling. However, my second thought is that very few will take your advice. Young people are just too busy....or so they think.

I have been married twice. The first time was for 13 long years. They were long because I should have gone to premarital counseling. I was too young. My second marriage is going on its 26 year. I have been fortunate to have married a 10. I can see how counseling would have solidified my second choice and helped me to be a better wife.  I love your commitment to children and family. God Bless you.