THE STARK REALITY

Marriage is for pleasure, not for comfort. If you want a comfortable life, stay single. On the other hand, if you want the pleasure of having a meaningful relationship, get married. Just remember, this pleasure comes with a price.
So when you start having a "bumpy ride" in your relationship, don't be surprised. Expect it. Relationships are never easy -– even in the best marriages. There will always be things to work out, sacrifices to be made, and changes that we each must undertake to accommodate our spouse.
Being married is like having a second job.
It's like my teacher told me: "Being married is like having a second job." Don't think that coming home to your spouse means you can lay back, kick off your shoes and vegetate in your comfort zone. Remind yourself, right before you open the front door of your home, "my second job is about to begin." If you're ready and willing to "roll up your sleeves" and work on your relationship, you've got a good chance to successfully live out many of your married-life dreams.