Tag Archives: cohabitation

Diamonds are for ever

Posted on July 28, 2016 by Quentin

Last Sunday we had a big party. Its core was five children, 14 grandchildren and three great grandchildren – together with spouses and established inamorati. And we were joined by three other guests who had been present at our wedding … Continue reading →

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The end of the affair

Posted on April 30, 2015 by Quentin

Last Saturday I attended my daughter’s silver wedding. It was a wonderful party, filled with the friends of a lifetime. Only one thing was lacking: her eldest daughter could not get leave from her voluntary posting in Zimbabwe. Instead she … Continue reading →

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To Hell on a handcart

Posted on November 7, 2013 by Quentin

Recently, I was listening to a serious discussion on the radio about changing moral values in our society. Professor Dawkins gave an example of this: it was once taken for granted that sexual activity outside marriage was forbidden. The reason, … Continue reading →

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Letter to a grandson

Posted on January 3, 2013 by Quentin

We live in a society in which sexual relationships are common among young people. It may be socially acceptable, but the risks and the penalties remain the same. I did not compose the following letter in the abstract: I have … Continue reading →

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It comes with the territory

Posted on November 8, 2012 by Quentin

Since my previous post has concerned the question of fertility, it is important to recall that an accompaniment of artificial contraception has been a huge increase in promiscuity. Separating the pregnancy threat has led to sexual expression becoming less significant … Continue reading →

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