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A cube and a stove: The 90s marriage starter pack

A cooking stove. (Courtesy)

In the 1990s, embarking on the journey of marriage was a remarkably simple affair. It was a time when couples believed in starting small and growing together, forging a life built on love rather than material possessions. Love was the bedrock of every union, and anything beyond that-be it wealth or property-was merely an added bonus.

Men who grew up in the 80s and 90s often entered marriage with little to their names. Many lacked even a proper house, instead beginning their married lives in what was affectionately known as a "cube." This modest dwelling, constructed from iron sheets and mud, served as the foundation for many successful marriages. Typically built behind a parent's house, these simple structures were the launchpads for lifelong commitments.

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