Although I am not married, I have had the privilege of observing many happy and healthy marriages over the course of my life.
And though I cannot say I know the secret to perfecting a long-term relationship, I can say with certainty that every strong marriage features one key ingredient: respect.
You can respect the people you love in a wide variety of ways. It shines through in even the smallest of actions, like taking out the trash without being asked, or telling a lighthearted joke over dinner that you know will make your sweetheart smile.
Respect looks like a good morning kiss on the cheek or a piping hot pot of coffee to share, brewed before your honey has even woken up. It is what reminds the person you have chosen to spend your life with that they are valued, appreciated, and loved.
If you are married, you will totally relate to these seven inspirational marriage quotes. Whether you are looking for uplifting words or a dash of relationship advice, you can find it in the list below.
What is the best advice you have ever received regarding marriage? Let us know in the comments, then please SHARE this moving list with your Facebook friends. You never know whose heart these words could touch today!
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Don't forget to put the other person before yourself.
Every wife will agree with this!
In marriage, one + one = one!
Vow to love your spouse in little ways every day.
A marriage based on trust will make you feel secure.
At the end of the day, love should always come first.
Your soul mate is the person worth fighting for.
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