So many jokes are made in regards to the institution of marriage. For example, what is one good way to ruin a relationship? Get married. Yet, there seems to be something within all of us that gives us the desire to find " the one" or our " soul mate". We all would love to have that someone special in our lives to share our lives with. It is such a wonderful sight to see the little old couple, walking out in public holding hands. I can recall a time when my boyfriend and I went out to breakfast. There was a older couple, probably in their seventies, leaving the restaurant at the same time as we were. The little old man walked his wife to the car door and proceeded to open it for her. This was in the middle of the summer, here in Phoenix. It was obvious that the door handle was quite hot at the time. He reached down to grasp the handle and immediately pulled his hand away out of instinct. He reached down a second time but had to pull his hand away again. Knowing that he had to open the door, he reached down a third time and finally opened the door. I could not help but to think how sweet that was of him to just open the door. I bet he really cared for her. Wouldn't it be great if we could all find that someone that we care so dearly for that we are willing to protect them from hurts or take care of them when they need us or just share in the joy of life? .
So, why is it so hard? Why is it such a challenge for a relationship to work? Why are there so many divorces? Why are there so many unhappy marriages? .
When we first become involved with someone, we have that wonderful feeling of excitement and we just cannot wait to see that person again or at least talk to them. We spend our time daydreaming about them and walk around with huge smiles on our face. This person is the most wonderful thing that has happened to us (or that is how it is perceived at the time).
