That was an interesting experience talking to engaged couples last Saturday. I really had this overwhelming desire to pour into them. I'm no marriage expert, I'll leave that to the 40th-ers and 50th-ers who duke it out that long.
But it struck me how green you are when you get married. I know I was. I think I was typical. There is so much that happily married "older" couples can help to prepare the Newbies. And yet, I don't know if most couples can absorb it.
Our friend Kathleen, who invited us to speak, said something about not being able to hear certain things when she was preparing for marriage. And I agree that I was probably the exact same way.
You are so IN LOVE. And you are busy with THE WEDDING. Who wants to hear some old farts going on about the rigors and trials of marital bliss?
So much is poured into the BIG DAY, but not much is invested in the BIG REST OF IT.
But that is what the newlyweds need. To hear the truth about marriage, so they can have the best marriage possible. It is a lifelong, character-shaping event, it is sometimes difficult, mostly awesome. It is totally worth it. And it takes investing in, even before the big day. (Mia)
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