Ten Rules for a Happy Marriage

It’s the month of June!  A lot of couples are jumping into the band wagon of making her a June Bride. Whether it’s June or not, weddings transpire. For couples out there planning to settle down, here’s for you.

          The basic rules couples are advised to follow.

                  1. Never both be angry at the same time.-  

                   2. Never yell at each other unless the house is on fire.

                   3. If one of you has to win an argument, let it be your

                       mate.

                   4. If you must criticize, do it lovingly.

                   5. Never bring up mistakes of the past.

                   6. Neglect the whole world rather than each other.

                   7. Never go to sleep with an argument unsettled.

                   8. At least once every day say a kind or complimentary

                       word to your life partner.

                   9.  When you have done something wrong, admit it

                        and ask for forgiveness.

                  10. Remember it takes two to make a quarrel.
 

Our marriage is on its way to its 31st year!  Not sure though if we have followed these rules to the letter that we are able to reach this far.  On the other hand, I believe  no sets of rules are needed to attain strong and lasting marriage.  As for me, only three elements are deemed essential:    Love, patience and respect!!