Originally Posted by NancyG
Trust, communication, honesty, fidelity, sense of humor, and don't sweat the small stuff!
All of the above, plus compromise. Everyone wants their own way, but in a relationship, someone often has to compromise. People give up way too soon and get divorced. It takes work sometimes.
We've been married 32 years...6 weeks after our first date! It hasn't always been rosy, but overall, it's been great. Just the fact that you are asking is a good sign that you care enough to do what it takes.