# ##s : Easy to talk about Hugh ## ie 's plan to we d a much younger woman . But whatever the motivations , she says , late - term marriages not ridiculous , not always a mistake . Such unions can provide comfort , companionship , security , she says . Schwartz : Why not just cohabit ? They have the right as adults and citizens . Marriage certifies intent to society and obligations of law .
# ##s : Easy to talk about Hugh ##ie 's plan to we d a much younger woman . But whatever the motivations , she says , late - term marriages not ridiculous , not always a mistake . Such unions can provide comfort , companionship , security , she says . Schwartz : Why not just cohabit ? Marriage certifies intent to society and obligations of law .