A marriage is no amusement but a solemn act, and generally a sad one. – Queen Victoria
When I think of a merry, happy, free young girl – and look at the ailing, aching state a young wife generally is doomed to – which you cant deny is the penalty of marriage. – Queen Victoria
I dont dislike babies, though I think very young ones rather disgusting. – Queen Victoria
I think people really marry far too much it is such a lottery after all, and for a poor woman a very doubtful happiness. – Queen Victoria
Clearly, if it is sensible to hold a referendum on independence, it is crucial that we have one on marriage. It is the only way the country can move forward on this issue. Let all those who have a view on this subject place their trust in the Scottish people and let Scotland decide. – Keith OBrien