A recent article on CNN’s website poses the question, “Is it realistic to expect people to be monogamous?”  If you look at so many public figures, from movie stars to politicians, it would be hard to make a case for monogamy.  It seems like everyone gets caught cheating.

Maybe I’m a traditionalist, but there is something to be said for monogamy.  I like the idea of being committed to one person, but with people living to an average age of 78, maybe it’s just too many years to devote to one person.  Serial monogamy might be a good option.  Rather than being monogamous with one person for 50 years, how about two 25-year relationships instead?  Or five 10-year relationships?

Or is monogamy simply a dated concept?  Many couples have begun to explore other, non-traditional ways to keep their relationships going.  Open marriages and polyamory allow each partner to “dabble” in other relationships, while at the same time staying committed to one another. 

Check out this link and tell us what you think: http://www.cnn.com/2009/LIVING/10/28/monogamy.realistic.today/index.html?section=cnn_latest