So is this really about Ri-Ri and Chris' relationship itself; or more about how sociologists say that we are actually in the midst of working out, as a society, new forms of relationships, deciding what is and isn't acceptable - and using celebrities as almost visual aids for that discussion. Some fascinating research is being done by a trio of female sociologists - Armstrong, Hamilton, England - that is showing a new mind-set is rising in even college age women about completely different attitudes toward sexual relationships than have been witnessed in the past. So we're not sure if Ri-Ri is actually ahead of her time/right on the curve, or as the third commenter suggests, dragging women back. But one thing is certain, the conversation is part of a larger one of which you should be aware. Remember, flux is the new norm!
