For Wendy

Submitted by stella (Canada), Mar 26, 2008 at 20:15

Hi Wendy,

I was refreshing to read your comment today as I am feeling a bit overwhelmed with the information that I have willingly been seeking. Of course, it is scary to marry someone who is so far away, but i am a very cautious person and I would feel the same marrying a man here, without all the complications of culture and religion.

I have been to Morocco three times for approx 1 month each time. We were engaged last time and I am presently seeking a ticket to return and marry there in April. My boyfriend is unemployed, lives at home, has asked for money a few times for things like fixing his car or taking English classes( his English is pretty good). I pay for all my flights and I will pay for all the papers once I am there. I feel the same way that one day, he will be the one taking care of me and he would do the same for me.

The part that scares me and someone suggested I shouldn't be marrying if I am posing this question, is in the event of divorce what law prevails. Do you know even if you live in USA if your Moroccan marriage law prevail? I can't get him to sign a prenup if no lawyer in Morocco understands Canadian law and furthermore, how can I know my rights if I don't have and understanding of my rights and obligations. Do you have any insight into this?

This isn't a trust issue, it is insurance and reality that we live in a world where the divorce rate is +/-50%. I am not above the stats! the bottom line is that I am willing to take a chance with my heart... not necessarily all my finances.

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