A woman from Kenya has shared a heartbreaking story about how her marriage turned into a living nightmare after her husband deceived her and ended up paying the dowry that had been set by her family. This unfortunate experience has led her to offer advice to young women, particularly those considering marriage, to think carefully before entering relationships.
The woman, Emmah, explains that she “survived a toxic relationship” after meeting her partner on social media, particularly Facebook. Their relationship seemed promising as they connected and began dating. However, Emmah quickly realized that her husband was not contributing to their life together. She was the one who covered all their expenses during their time together, including food and drinks whenever they met.
As their relationship progressed and they planned to marry, Emmah suggested that her fiancé pay the dowry set by her family. Though he agreed to the request, on the day of the wedding, Emmah was left waiting, disappointed and confused as her fiancé failed to show up. In the end, she had to ask him to pay the dowry, which he did, but he still didn’t attend the wedding.
What shocked Emmah even more was that this man, who portrayed himself as a devout religious person, ended up abandoning her and left her living in misery, disappointment, and self-rejection. The marriage that she had hoped would bring happiness and fulfillment instead led to heartbreak and emotional pain.
Emmah’s advice to young women is clear: “Before agreeing to marry someone, take your time and think things through. It’s important to carefully evaluate the person you are considering spending your life with, because genuine love is difficult to find.”
Her story serves as a cautionary tale for those entering relationships without fully understanding their partner’s true character and intentions. Emmah hopes that her experience will help others avoid making the same mistakes she did.