Why So Many Marriages Fail

One of the chief reasons so many marriages fail is that the functions of a date and mate differ radically: that of a date is to be charming; that of a mate is to be responsible; and, unfortunately, the most charming individuals are not necessarily the most responsible, while the most responsible are just as often deficient in charm.
-- Sydney Harris (journalist)
Good stuff Mark.
ReplyDeleteThis could be applied to many situations.
A charming politician who after elected is not responsible in his job.
A charming pastor when seeking a position who after being hired is not responsible in his duties.
A charming group who wants your money for a project who after they receive your donation are not responsible with the finances.
Charm is a wonderful attribute but fails to get the job done.