“You Never Call Me” uses sarcasm in the article’s closing line to convey the idea that marriage is not always bliss.

For two people in a marriage to live together day after day is unquestionably the one miracle the Vatican has overlooked.
-Bill Cosby

This quotation subtly points out one of the many difficulties of marriage; it labels a typical situation (a marital couple living together) as a phenomenon. The tone utilized in the concluding sentence of “You Never Call Me” as well as the quote above seems somewhat comical, but it’s no joke.

I have recently finished reading Anyone But You by Jennifer Crusie. The novel shows the harsh reality of failed marriages as it follows the main character’s life after divorce and her endeavor to happily live the single life despite the temptation of her neighbor. Charity is another character that shares her failed relationships through unforgettable experiences and lessons learned. Marriage is not all it’s cracked up to be, and this romance novel communicates that message loud and clear.

The idea that this article is particularly emphasizing as an opposition of wedded bliss is isolation. While marriage may bring you closer to your spouse, it can distance you from others. The article presents shocking statistics on how much married people and un-married people differ in terms of keeping in touch with the people they would regularly…hence the title.