When it comes to marriage, there are many good reasons to throw in the towel. An extramarital affair, drug addiction, domestic violence, and unrealistic expectations are among them. But for every “legitimate” reason to seek a divorce, there are several peculiar ones that have been cited by couples. And these days, with no-fault divorce recognized in every state, any reason will suffice.
Below, we’ll briefly describe 6 odd tales of imploding marriages. Each one demonstrates that some married couples seem destined to call it quits. Compared to the following cases, your own circumstances – regardless of how extraordinary they might be appear – will likely seem normal.
#1 – “Don’t Look At My Face”
Several years ago, a woman in Saudi Arabia decided that she had finally had enough. Her husband of 30 years had done something that she considered to be inexcusable. Did he have an affair with another woman? Was he hiding an alcohol addiction or gambling problem from her? Had he been abusing her?
None of the above. According to DailyMail Online, his unforgivable act was to lift her veil – for the first time in 3 decades – and look at her face. She sought a divorce soon afterward.
#2 – “Too Much Cake”
Many people look forward to enjoying a slice of cake. Not Cheng Yu, a 35-year-old Beijing man who claimed that cake was ruining his marriage.
Back in 2009, The Metro reported that Yu was considering ending his relationship with his wife, Tian Mae, because of her proclivity for baking. While some men may have envied his position, Yu considered his wife’s “offense” as grounds for divorce.
#3 – “That Baby Is Ugly”
Several years ago, Jian Feng, 38 at the time, and his wife welcomed their new baby girl into the world. Although the birth of a child is a joyous occasion for most parents, it was a shocking one for Jian. As reported by the Heilongjiang Morning Post, he was “horrified” at how ugly his daughter was.
He confronted his wife, accusing her of having an affair. She denied it, and instead revealed that she had undergone considerable plastic surgery prior to meeting her husband. Jian responded by filing for divorce. He also filed a lawsuit against his wife for deceit, a case he eventually won.
#4 – “Stop Feeding Stray Dogs”
Some people have a soft spot in their heart for stray dogs. That describes septuagenarian Mircea Barbu, who reportedly gave homeless canines bits of food whenever possible. Unfortunately, Mircea’s habit irritated his wife Eliza, who complained that he was giving away his pension. According to Eliza, the dogs were eating better than they were.
After 50 years of marriage, she finally decided to call it quits.
#5 – “That Parrot Is A Stool Pigeon”
Some animal lovers consider parrots to be the perfect pet. The large-beaked birds are intelligent, easy to groom, and can be trained with relative ease. They also keep their owners company, reciting words and phrases they hear from others.
According to ABC News, however, a woman from Chongqing China heard more than she expected to hear from her pet parrot. The bird started to say phrases, such as “I love you,” “be patient,” and “divorce.” Suspecting her husband of having an affair, the woman promptly sought a divorce.
#6 – “Why Is Your Mom Is Coming On Our Honeymoon?”
It’s not uncommon for relationships between brides and their husbands’ mothers to be strained. Moms want the best for their sons, and are often unconvinced that their sons’ new wives meet their standards.
But that wasn’t the problem experienced by new bride Marianna C., who had recently tied the knot with her Italian husband. According to the ANSA news agency, Marianna’s issue was unique: her significant other insisted on bringing his mother with them on their honeymoon to France. Citing her spouse’s “excessive ties” to his mother, the exasperated bride filed for divorce.
Some relationships seem doomed from the start. Warning signs abound that suggest the couples will one day seek a divorce. If you and your spouse have decided to end your marriage, now is the time to speak with a qualified family law attorney who can guide you through the process.