I read this on facebook this morning.

"The predominant idea in the teachings of Islam with regard to men and women is that a husband and wife should be full-fledged partners in making their home a happy and prosperous place, that they should be loyal and faithful to one another, and genuinely interested in each other's welfare and the welfare of their children. A woman is expected to exercise a humanizing influence over her husband and to soften the sternness inherent in his nature. A man is enjoined to educate the women in his care so that they cultivate the qualities in which they, by their very nature, excel."

(Found here)

Just thought I'd share it (and do feel free to comment if you like)

My feelings with regard to the union of men and women in Islam is that if you choose your partner badly (and it's easy to do so) then you might be in for a lifetime of struggles and pain (or divorce). But I feel the above paragraph describes a nice union, though not everyone will agree with the last part perhaps?