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The day you say your "I do's" only marks the beginning and is only an opening of what could be an amazing life ahead. The list shared below is some of the things you could potentially look forward to in your own marriage. However, take note that this list applies to couples who are deeply in love with one another, trust each other completely and who will work very, very hard for their marriage. If you do not invest in your marriage and assure that love continues to exist, you may not experience everything on this list. But, when you do – you will truly thank yourself and your partner for it because what you will about to experience together on the journey ahead will truly be remarkable that neither of you would not want to miss.
1. The honeymoon
There is nothing like going on your first romantic trip together to mark the beginning of a forever with your partner. Think of how much quality time that you both will get to have simply doing whatever you want to do whenever and however you want to do them. It is like having the best vacation ever times by 10 because you are going with the most special person in your life. You're going to put your feet up, relax, have fun and enjoy every minute of everyday you get to spend chilling with your partner.
2. Start a family
Whether you are planning on having children together or even getting some pets, starting a family either way takes you to whole new journey with your partner. There is something incredible about seeing your significant other take on the role of a father. You will be surprised because seeing your partner as a husband is one thing, but seeing him as a father and showing his love in a way that you are not even familiar with yourself will just be a wonderful thing to witness. You will get to see him in another light and you won't be able to help falling in love with him all over again, but in ways that you have never felt before.
3. Build your own home
Remember, that the first place you get to live in, as a married couple does not have to already be 100% up to both your standards. The point isn't to have it all figured out from the very beginning because what would be the fun in that? You are supposed to figure things out together and start from scratch, this way you will actually build your new home and make it your own. The memories you will create from this process are going to be so wonderful and will last a lifetime. Just remember to make your house a home for the both of you and for the both of you only.
4. Having someone to come home to
Can you imagine how much more fun it's going to be to always have your partner to come home to? Think about when you're having a bad day at work and you're just dying to vent to your partner about it but you have to wait until you get on the phone with him or until you get to see him in person next. Well, when you're married you won't have to do either of that because he will be home and you will get to have your quality time with him as soon as you're there! And lastly, the fun thing about coming home to your husband amongst other things is that you will get to finally say out loud your very own, "Honey, I'm home!"
5. Regular sex for the rest of your life
Yes, sex will always be on the menu forever! Let's face it, we are human beings with physical and sexual needs – how much more amazing can it get than being able to make love with not just anyone but the love of your life any time you want for as long as you both shall live? It's like having incredibly easy and brilliant access to a fulfilling sex life whenever you choose to have it and vice versa. How much more do we really need to say about this? It simply is one of the greatest things to look forward to once you're married.
6. Cook for your partner and vice versa
There is nothing as satisfying as the feeling of cooking a meal for your husband, packing his lunch, preparing a few snacks for him when he returns tired and hungry from work. Cooking for your man is like letting him know that you can take care of him and you've got his back. Having your man also cook for you once in a while is going to be a great treat for when you both live together. And lastly, you will finally get to have someone to eat your various culinary experiments and let you know that it's okay when you might have messed it up the first few times.
7. Have sleepovers every night
You can essentially have movie nights with your husband whenever you want to. Think of all the scary movies you have been dying to see but have been too scared to watch since you would have to sleep on your own. Be afraid no more for now you will have your man protecting you in bed! It is like having a slumber party every night with your bestie, the only difference is neither of you will have to go back to your own homes the next day.
8. Hosting house parties
Who says married couples can't have fun? Take the fact that you both now live together on your own with no family members as a wonderful chance to host some awesome parties for your friends. You get to make all the rules and set it up the way you want to, no questions asked. And if parties aren't your thing then you can always plan a small get together with your close friends. Either way, it is about making the most out of living together and making an effort to still have fun.
9. Have someone to go through the ups and downs with
You will feel support like no other when you are married. To have someone there for you to help you get through some of the toughest times in your life is the exact epitome of love. And to also be there for your partner when he is in his weakest moments (whether mentally or physically) will bring you a sense of love like no other. This is what marriage is all about, what your vows are all about. To be there for each other for better or for worse, for richer or poorer, in sickness and in health until death do you part. When you live your vows, you will feel truly overwhelmed with joy because you get to really love someone and for someone to really love you.
10. Falling in love over and over again with the same person
This is probably one of the most beautiful things you can experience as a married couple. You will get to see your spouse in many, many different lights. Sure, there will be days when things might get a bit tough and you might get annoyed at each other sometimes, but then there are those other days that will catch you off-guard and make you truly realize just how lucky you are to be able to spend your life with someone so wonderful. Those are the days that will remind you of why you chose to marry in the first place. And to miss out on this, would be a great shame.
Bear in mind that the list above only covers some of the things you and your partner could look forward to. You both can create your very own list of things and that list may or may not change depending on how you both grow together as a couple. So, get ready and tighten up your seat belts as you hop on a roller coaster full of exciting and joyful moments ahead. Remember, to enjoy every minute of this journey to the fullest because there will be nothing like it on this earth.
