RECIPE FOR A HAPPY MARRIAGE
Start with one cup of:
Agreement To Prioritize Fun, Over Everything Being "Perfect"
Flexibility - Happiness
"I'm Sorry" - Thank You's
Understanding
Sense of Humor
L-O-V-E
FLAVOURED WITH TWO CUPS OF
Caring, Courtesy, Confidence
Cooperation, Commitment
Contentment, Consideration
Communication
More
L-O-V-E
SEASONED WITH THREE CUPS OF
Trust, Patience, Peace Of Mind
Realistic Budget, Happy Memories
Willingness To Listen & Hear
Even More
L-O-V-E
ADD ONE QUART OF
Hugs, Respect, Encouragement
Supportive Family Members
Blindness To Each Other's Faults
Acceptance Of Each Other's Interests & Hobbies
Lots More L-O-V-E
FINAL INSTRUCTIONS:
Combine Several Mutual Activities
Sweeteen With Occasional Tokens Of Love
Stir Well & Remove Any Specks Of Temper,
Jealousy, Criticism, Negativism, or Indifference
Keep Warm With A Steady Flame Of Attention
Serve With A Special Vintage
Reserve Of 100 Gallons
Of L-O-V-E
All those things are so necessary - marriage is a lot of work, a lot of thinking rather than just jumping in or responding hastily! But... it's worth it! :)
ReplyDeleteWell put!
ReplyDeleteI agree with Clara, it is a lot of work but so worth!
Clara/Rosemary - I was only chatting with my 22 year old son the other day about the hard work of marriage and his comment was "why stay if it doesn't work". This is so typical of modern kids - walking away when things get tough. Maybe when he grows up a bit (he is still quite immature) he might see these things differently.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful post Jo... it sure is a recipe for success in marriage. Sometimes one runs a little low on certain ingredients and needs to go to the Father for a top-up ;-)
ReplyDeleteTried and true ♥
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