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Old 04-30-2008, 03:50 PM   #11 (permalink)
swedish
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Default Re: Am I being really stupid here?

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Originally Posted by mommy22 View Post
But, by all means, marriage is a two way street. I just know that my husband and I have decided that we need to go back to selflessly giving to one another. I think when both partners are always thinking about the other's needs it can be amazing. It has to be sacrificial in order for it to work-- just as we give sacrificially to our children without expectations.

I really think this is the key to a great marriage. Agape love, selflessly wanting your spouse to be happy and feel loved. Hidden agendas and score keeping only build resentment within a marriage.
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