“Today I marry my best friend…”  I’ve seen variations of this poem at several weddings for the last few years.  It’s often attributed to Bertrand Russell, but the actual origins are unknown.   This poem is a sweet and tender addition to any wedding ceremony. One reason this quote has become so popular is because many people like the idea of couples who are best friends.  We eat up this sweet and romantic side of a love story!   But the reality of couples who are best friends isn’t just a tender, romantic feeling.  It takes real work and commitment for happily married couples to become best friends. And more effort…

Marriage isn’t easy.  There are tons of stresses that will attack your marriage from all angles.  Learning how to have fun with your spouse is essential to ensure your marriage happiness!  There are many simple ideas for you and your spouse to have fun at home, going out, and also to have a couple’s getaway.   Very Well Mind lists 14 Fun Things Couples Should Do Together. Have Fun with Your Husband at Home Many couples struggle to schedule date nights or a couple’s getaway.   Couples with young kids might have a hard time scheduling a date night away from home.  If they don’t have babysitters nearby, it can be…

Marriage is not for the faint of heart.  It takes time, effort, commitment, and sacrifice.  A huge component of making your marriage work is putting your spouse first in your relationship.  There are several ways you can put your spouse first in your marriage. In this post, we will talk about 8 ways you can successfully make your spouse a priority in your marriage.  These fall under 4 areas: getting real, thinking of their needs, putting God first, and remembering you’re a team.    Let’s Get Real First off, let’s get real.  When putting your spouse first, you have to have realistic expectations.  You need to have realistic expectations for your…

Marriage is hard work, even for the most committed couples.  With the divorce rate in the US hovering between 40 and 50%, it’s no wonder people struggle to stay happily married.  Even the best of the best have struggles in their married life.   So what’s the secret to a long happy marriage?  And what things can a couple do to have a successful and happy married life? I’ve put together a list of 15 tips for a successful marriage.  These fall under four different topics: finding joy in your marriage, communicating with your spouse, working together, and putting your spouse first.   One of the Best Tips for a Successful Marriage…