Everyone has brought up some good points for both sides of this topic.
I'd just feel too uncomfortable having a boyfriend pay stuff for me. I don't like the possible idea of having invisible strings attached that could be used later if it's a bad breakup.If it's a committed relationship with long term involvement I might change my mind but that hasn't happened yet..
I've just seen way too many People's Court episodes where former couples fight it out on tv. While one person side claims was it a gift the other person turns around and says it's a loan.
If and when I'd get married and if kids were to enter the picture, AXOjen situation is an option to consider. It is said the amount of time spent being a stay at home mom is the equivalency of having 2 full time jobs outside of the home. But it's always good to have a back up plan.