Choosing the right person

The best way to have a happy marriage is to marry the right person. That seems like it would be obvious, but how many times have you heard a friend say they think the person they are dating will "change" after they are married? That just does not happen! So be very careful about the person that you choose to live with for the rest of your life. Be sure to take your time. Most happy marriages are between two people who have spent time getting to really know each other. I definitely relaxed when our future daughter-in-law told me that she was marrying her best friend. I knew that if she and our son were best friends, the odds were in their favor that they would have a long and happy marriage. The best tip I can offer today is to be sure you marry your best friend. That is a great start to a great marriage.