Questions concerning love were posed to a group of children ages five to 10. Their responses were amazingly astute, most enlightening and very amusing…

What is the proper age to marry?
“Eighty-four, because at that age, you don’t have to work and you can spend all your time loving each other in your bedroom.” Judy, 8

“Once I’m done with kindergarten, I’m going to find me a wife. Not before.” Tommy, 5

When is it okay to kiss someone?
“You should never kiss a girl unless you have enough bucks to buy her a big ring and a VCR because she’ll probably want videos of the wedding.” Jim, 10

“Never kiss in front of other people; it’s embarrassing if anyone sees you. But if nobody’s looking, I might try it with a handsome boy, but just for a few hours.” Kelly, 9

Is it better to be single or married?
“It’s better for girls to be single, but not for boys. Boys need someone to clean up after them.” Lynette, 9

“It gives me a headache just to think about it. I’m just a kid; I don’t need that kind of trouble.” Kenny, 7

What is it like to fall in love?
“Like an avalanche where you have to run for your life.” Jean, 9

“If falling in love is anything like learning to spell, I don’t want to do it. It takes too long to learn, and I don’t have much time.” Leo, 7

Any opinions on being in love?
“I’m in favor of love as long as it doesn’t happen while The Simpsons are on TV.” Anita, 6

“I’m not rushing into being in love. I’m finding fourth grade hard enough.” Regina, 10

How do you make love last?
“Don’t forget your wife’s name; she hates that.” Roger, 8

“Be a good kisser. It will make your wife forget that you never take out the trash.” Randy, 7