[Graybeard58]

Now I was married at 16 and never considered myself a child bride.

Most 16 year olds that I have known, both male and female, were not mature enough to take on the responsibilities of marriage and a family.

I am sure you "grew up" fast after marrying at 16. Some do, some don't.

[mlmr]

Most 16 year olds that I have known, both male and female, were not mature enough to take on the responsibilities of marriage and a family.

Many 16 year olds are ready to take on the responsibilities of life. We artificially prolong childhood. 100 years ago our great grandparents married, started careers and businesses, went to war, and cared for their families at age 16 and younger. The 16 year olds you have known have been products of a wealthy society that can pamper them.

But they do not live it what has been a historical reality.

[frgoff]

Most 16 year olds that I have known, both male and female, were not mature enough to take on the responsibilities of marriage and a family.

That's cultural, and due, in large part, to the fact that our teenagers are idle and rich when compared to their ancestors two hundred years ago.