when I am with young marrieds...I try to convey to them the importance of being "friends" not just married people. When we have "best friends" in our lives whether male or female we never wound them emotionally or physically. we enjoy being with them. We always look forward to doing things with them and talking for hours on the phone or in person. We would never think of hurting them but rather being a blessing to them. So, why do we treat the spouse of marriage different? To be married to your best friend would be the greatest thing on earth. How exciting to sleep with your "best friend". WE must talk to our wife or husband a great deal. communication is the most important aspect of any relationship. Women love to talk..men need to learn to "love" to listen to their wives. Wives are a gift from the LORD!!! They bless a man's life tremendously....God won't answer a man's prayers who mistreats his wife!!! Much I tell young couples......

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