Another 7 Things They Forgot To Tell Us About Marriage – Part 2

This is a compilation that I’ve made after an informal survey of several married persons who have been in the game for a long time. Although you’ll find some of these humorous, it’s real, and it is life. Let’s get started:

1. Food Preferences Eating Requirements for Two

First of all, you WILL pick up the eating habits of your spouse if you’re not intentional with how you eat and the choices you make concerning diet, snacking, etc. You have to adjust your seasoning style and how fruit and vegetables are cut up.

Next, what is your lifestyle choice, and how will you manage it when you marry? Are you vegetarian? Vegan? Paleo? Etc. Who is going to cook what? Will all your food be stored together or separately (yes, some are that particular)? And will you be cooking two sets of meals every time you cook?

2. Sleeping Arrangements and Positions

You will not spoon all night. It’s way too hot for that! You’ll have to get accustomed to sleeping temperatures. My husband prefers colder temperatures, while I like it warmer. This is resolved by him sleeping under a thin sheet and me sleeping under a duvet/comforter. How many pillows does your partner need on the bed? Do they sleep in one position or twist and turn all night? You need to know!

3. Moisturizing/Creaming/Lotioning Skin, Bathing, and Wearing Airy Clothing

Ladies, beware, there are many surprises here. These mundane things send off the wrong signal to your hubby. Do these in private if you don’t want to be “caught” off guard. Especially when you need to get out of the house by a specific time. Thank me later.

4. Doing Everything For Two 

You’ll have to get accustomed to doing everything for two, shopping for two, washing and folding for two, cooking for two, establishing what levels of seasoning of food are suitable for two, and buying plane tickets and travel arrangements for two. Everything doubles overnight. The faster you get accustomed to it, the better things will be.

5. Disbursement of Snacks

After grocery shopping, If you need the snacks to last, do not, I repeat, put all the snacks out at different times. Instead, put out enough to last a few days, then find a place to stash the remainder and disburse them gradually over time. As a result, the snacks will last. Your spouse will appreciate that there is something there every day or every other day when the need to snack arises. You will save money from having to go out to purchase more. You’re welcome.

6. Time of Worship

Morning worship or evening worship? Are you and your spouse morning or evening persons? Are you quite the opposite? This is something that you and your spouse need to come to an agreement/compromise about the time of worship. You may have to devise a schedule for different times on various days during the week. It will be challenging, but once you make a plan and stick to it, then you should grow together spiritually. Remember that it is essential for you to have your time with God individually, and you can do that at a time comfortable for you.

7. Finances

Some couples will find that this is the most challenging aspect of the marriage. For things to work, the team needs to be on the same page financially. Consequently, budgeting together is THE most critical aspect of creating financial stability in the home, and making a budget is only half the battle. Sticking it is the other side of the coin. Additionally, you will need to work on paying off debt ( if there is any), decide how much money to save, and agree on which assets you will invest in to yield returns. Need I say more?

Did you find this post interesting? If you missed Part 1 of this post, you could find it here. Look out for more things they failed to mention in my next post. Did I miss any points? Share your experiences in the comment section below.

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