He who marries for love without money has good nights and sorry days.” – Ani Difranco
My answer to this question has changed over the years. The Amanda of now says marry for love.
Ani Difranco  also said: “The difference between lost love and lost money is that in lost money there is a possibility of getting back!”
Let me tell you why.
I have seen it all. *clears throat* I have been in a relationship with a person who was very wealthy and I have also been with someone who was struggling. I was with the struggling person first. When that ended, I felt: everyone would give you some sort of hassle so why not be in luxury while you are stressed.
So I entered into a relationship, not for money but it was hard to miss the money. It was then I discovered so many needs that I had that went way beyond money. I can’t tell you money doesn’t help, there is actually no such thing as too much money especially now with online banking and online shopping.
You need to understand what really brings you joy, happiness and peace as a person – that would help you make the best decision for YOU. Your happiness could come from being on the cover of Thisday Style or snuggling up with HIM watching movies on a Sunday afternoon.
Let me share what I have learnt:
Advantages of dating/marrying Money

You will have a stable future
You will have luxurious gifts
You can chase your dreams
You won’t have routine money concerns
You can become famous
Your friends will envy you
You wouldn’t have to work or face traffic daily

Advantages of dating/marrying Love

You will have a lot of romantic stories to tell
You may have more respect
You will learn the joys of hard work
You will have a friend for life
There is more trust
You don’t have to live under false pretenses
You can still make money

Love or Money? What do you choose?