Question for you (the masses)....

Just noticing a few things lately, and idly wondering - has someone done a study that compares "engagement time periods" to "durability of marriage" broken down by lives with and doesn't live with?

I read a lot of junky women's magazines, and a lot of good magazines, and I notice a trend lately. Either folks are jumping right into marriage after a few months, or are waiting a few years. I don't seem to see an age distinction either - one might think that older couples got married faster (biological clock) than younger couples with time to spare. But no....these two trends seem to show everywhere.

So, what do you think? Based on your experience, or those of your friends.....what are your thoughts?

And NO, family members who read, I am NOT asking for myself!