Marriage is 24/7
Contrary to popular belief (and the legal system), I think marriage begins when one of you asks the other to be their beloved, companion, partner, confidant, trust-keeper, etc forever and the other says “yes”. True, I get the honor to pronounce you husband and wife at a particular time and place, however I believe the bond is made privately between you at that time. And that means the commitment clock is ticking starting at that moment!
Marriage is a 24/7 event. It requires all the things you promise each other in the emotional rush of a wedding ceremony. Patience, respect, trust, understanding, loyalty, faithfulness, friendship. These are easy words to say but they are more challenging “verbs” to live on a daily basis. As you share these words on your wedding day, truly listen to what each of you is promising in the good times and bad. Put whatever higher power guides you first and work to live your promises daily.
I’m always here to remind you what you said to each other.
