Why can’t it be something fun like swapping surnames and then creating a portmaneau or blended name for the kids.

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        I dunno, my partner and I have always paid taxes. We’ve been together for 14 years and haven’t had any tax issues. Child tax credit would suck to miss out on I guess, but we don’t have kids so I guess that makes it easier.

        Also fuck taxes.

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      There’s a reason why gay marriage was such an important battle. Marriage is a legal contract that has numerous benefits including inheritance, right to decide care, visitation rights, and being eligible for benefits to name a few.

      It’s not just a " piece of paper that says we’re in love." It’s a huge fucking deal that offers legal protection for your partner and yourself.

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        Hip hip hooray for bureaucracy!

        Honestly though, you oughta be able to just write it down on a notarized piece of paper without the state having any say in any of that.