SOCIAL MEDIA

Monday, September 15, 2014

10 Tips For A Happy Marriage

Next Thursday is our 10 year wedding anniversary.  I cannot believe that we have been married so long!  Some days it feels like we have been married forever and others, it feels like we got married not too long ago.  I was looking over pictures this weekend and it was crazy to see how much has changed in 10 years time does fly! 



Marriage as everyone knows isn't always the easiest - all marriages have ups and downs.  Over the course of the years we have both learned from each other and have learned how to make our marriage work.  Here are some tips that have worked for us.

  • Communication-  always take time to talk and hear each other out, a marriage cannot work without GOOD communication. 
  • Spend time together -  We all lead busy lives and sometimes it can be easy to get swept up in everything that there is to do. It's important to make and spend time with each other.  Whether it be a weekend away, or hanging out at home.
  • Pick your battles - When we first got married we both complained about what each of us did that drove us crazy.  As the years have gone on, we have learned to keep our mouths shut and not pick on everything.  It alleviates a lot of dumb fights (of course we aren't always perfect at this).
  •  Apologize freely - this is something that I still have to work at, but it's important to be humble and apologize when you're in the wrong and not always feel like you have to win an argument.
  • Team work - I've said it before, but we divide the chores in the house and both contribute to our house 50/50.  
  • Hug, hand hold, kiss everyday - such a simple way to keep connected - even at the most hectic moments.
  • Have a hobby or something you like to do in common - even if it's a favorite show, just something to bring you together and allow you to have fun.
  • Show you care or were thinking about them in small ways- leave notes, plan something special, buy your husband's/wife's favorite candy or flowers.  
  • Treat each other the way you want to be treated - the golden rule applies for marriages too ;) 
  • Be grateful for each other and always look at the positives and try to overlook anything negative.



P!nky said...

WOW, 10 years, that's fantastic! Congrats to you two!

Wonderful tips, too. I can see how all of these can help a marriage grow. :)

Pink and Fabulous said...

Great tips! Happy almost ten years!! That's a huge milestone! Our anniversary is the day after yours, go figure ;)

Nina B. said...

Tanti Auguri!! Dieci anni!!! Seriously congrats! You make so many great points. Oh and um, hello gorgeous photo. You look/looked stunning. Love your dress.

Unknown said...

10 years is amazing! i love all of your marriage tips too -- h and i split chores 50/50 and it really keeps me sane :) i also love spending time together and cuddling! xo jillian - cornflake dreams

Lindsay @ Lovely Life Styling said...

These are such great tips! So true that you need to have a hobby or something in common that keeps you both connected. Happy almost 10 years!! That's awesome!

Unknown said...

Congratulations on 10 years! Love your tips too! :)

Amanda {Tickled Pink} said...

Such great tips!!!! And what a milestone in marriage for y'all!! Happy anniversary!!

BLovedBoston said...

Oh my goodness - look at you guys in that photo - beautiful!!! I love all your tips and agree with all of them!!! Communication is so important!!! Happy early 10 years!!

Ally Harding said...

These are all great and so true! Picking your battles is so important and so is communication. I know so many couples who have issues because they just don't communicate! Also having something's in common is good too. I think that's why couples grow apart. They don't have something that they can both enjoy together. Happy anniversary!

Kristen said...

oh i love this so much!
first, your wedding picture is super cute, love the dress.
all of these tips are so true - communication is key, and i definitely agree with picking your battles - something i have had to work on, lol!

Anonymous said...

So, so true. Especially picking battles and communication. Lord give me patience ha. You seriously look like a princess on your wedding day! So stunning!

Selma @ Crazy Little World Of Mine said...

Great tips!!!!! As a newlywed I can absolutely use all of this. Communication is always key, and I cannot stress this more. :)

MakeMeUpMia said...

Wonderful tips girl, pick your battles and know when to apologize and don't be afraid to- that will get you far huh ;) I've learned!

Christina @ Still Lucky said...

Congratulations and happy anniversary! 10 years, that's a reason to celebrate! Great tips, I agree with every single one. It can be hard to remember your spouse with the little ones always demanding your attention, we struggle with that sometimes!

the girl in the red shoes said...

Oh wow, happy anniversary! Love all of these tips!!!

Katie @ yellowmangolife.blogspot.com said...

Look at you young kids...what a great looking couple! Happy anniversary!

Ashley Rios @Love.Marriage.Baby said...

10 years!!! Wow congrats! We just hit 1 year last month lol! Can't wait until we get to that 10 year milestone...thanks for sharing these tips!

Laura Marie Keenan said...

Wow, 10 years! Congratulations! I wish you many many more years of happiness!

Angie said...

10 Years is such a big milestone. Congrats to you both!

Hubby and I have been married going on 16 year and I couldn't agree with your tips more.

Communication really is key and after kids making time for each other is so important!

JMO said...

Amanda this is great! I will definitely have to share this! xoxo Happy 10 years (almost) :)

Lisa Loves John said...

Happy 10 years, girlfriend!!! These are such wonderful tips!

Hall Around Texas said...

You looked beautiful on your wedding day! Amen to communication. SO important! Love and agree with all of your tips!

East Coast Chic {Natalie} said...

Happy Anniversary!! Love these tip and agree with all of them!