I don't know a lot of happy bachelors, especially once mid-age hits. That article must be written by such a guy, it is oozing with cynicism and frustration. Seems there is a big difference in general health and fitness as well between married and unmarried men. I see this in my own social circles:
Does Marriage Help You Live Longer? - MensJournal.com
Of course you can't be an idiot picking a spouse. If you fall for the first bimbo that is ready to hook up, you have nobody but yourself to blame.
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