Just between me and you...

Some guy with a blog offers his sister some advice: 12 rules for marriage. Simple truths, but some that many never figure out...

4. The Dutch principle of Total Soccer means that any player can attack when there is an opportunity, and any player can defend when there is a need. In Total Marriage you only have two players, so this is even more important. Both of you should be able to do everything your team needs. You’ll have your preferences and strengths and habits, but if one of you goes down, the other one has to be able to cover.
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8. Get pets. By far the easiest way to remember that you have to feed your shared life together is if part of it comes and stomps on you every morning.

Good tips for any long-term relationship in there.

(via Medley)