What does it mean to share your life with someone? Is it bliss piled upon laughter smothered in 24/7 happiness or is it something closer to reality? When you decide to share your life with another, they need to understand that means getting the whole complicated package that is you. The real you. There will be moments of unforgettable passion but there will also be times in which neither of you wants to be touched. Closeness is followed by necessary space. There will be days when life, work, responsibilities, chores, and the unexpected will steal you away from each other. Days when stress will snuff out smiles. Days when the past will tread on the present. When you share your life there are always adjustments. Learning. Concessions. Words won’t always work. Kindness will be overlooked. You’ll feel taken for granted, you’ll feel undervalued, misunderstood. Some days will be complete shitshows and leave you feeling wounded. You’ll feel invisible. Sharing your life with another isn’t always easy, but it will be worth it. There will be ebb and flow, but if the lines of communication are always open, if expectations are realistic if there is a sincere foundation of trust and respect, the good times will outnumber the not-so-memorable times tenfold. Those moments of true connection will fill you up. Laughter will be contagious and leave you breathless. The softest touch will resonate through your marrow and with nothing more than a simple glance, you’ll know you are unconditionally loved. You won’t have to hide any parts of yourself; free to show vulnerability, and know you won’t be judged. You’ll feel you are a better person because of them and together you inspire and support one another. Success is a shared endeavor.”
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