Together for SIX years
And that’s how long Wilson and I have been married for. As of today *smile*
I still remember the day when quite a few of our friends (mostly older and married couples) got together before our wedding day and shared with us their words of wisdom.
And here are some of the things that I’d like to share with you today.
>> Movies, songs and poems often depict marriage like a fairytale, filled with only romantic and ‘happily-ever-after’ moments. Couples need to see that although marriage itself is beautiful, it’s also a union between two unique individuals with different characters and minds. Conflicts and problems will occur, but when faced together – with God as the LORD of the household – they can go through all kinds of storms together.
>> However mad and angry you are towards your spouse at the time of great conflict, NEVER mention the word ‘divorce’. Because once the issues between you both are settled, the hurtful words exchanged can never be taken aback.
>> Marriage is like sharing a car ride with your spouse. The final destination is still far ahead and the road towards it is sometimes bumpy. There may even be problems with the car tyres, the petrol tank or the engine. Each and every problem needs to be solved and fixed so that you both can continue on the journey together.
>> Keep an open communication with your spouse at ALL times. Never assume that your spouse knows what you think or feel inside.
I remember how it was such a warm and memorable session. Being soon-to-be-married couples, each and every advice given to us was definitely precious.
And now that we’re in our sixth year, we realise how our journey ahead is still very long, and how the road will sure be bumpy at times.
But one thing we know is for sure.
We’ve witnessed how faithful and merciful GOD is towards us, towards our marriage, towards our relationship as husband and wife.
And so we know when we go through all kinds of bumps along our journey, we’re not alone.
And if we manage to go through each and every hurdle, it’s NEVER because WE ourselves are able. But only because HE made it all possible for us. Holding our hands together along the way.
