DUBAI: This international megalopolis that do not sleep, having never a dull moment, seems fast beating Paris for being the “city of love.”
Every week, an average of 25 couples (some 1,200 a year), all overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) tie the knot in group weddings officiated at the Philippine Consulate General officiated by its officials.
Inspiringtips.com, a free resource for inspirational and motivational stories about love, life, happiness, success, and personal development, recently posted valuable tips on how to make a marriage work.
A good read for newly-weds all over the world.
1. Adopt a pet.
This teaches couples to work as a team, another reason why some couples adopt a puppy first before having a baby, said inspiringtips.com. Having a pet may be a major responsibility but it can also be a way for your relationship to grow by teaching you to partner up with each other and harmonize.
2. Give each other personalized gifts.
Nothing says “I love you” more than a personalized gift – it’s been proven and tested. It doesn’t have to be extravagant like his or her name carved into a golden ring, even handmade paper roses would be sweet enough to sweep your partner off his or her feet.
3. Exercise with your partner.
Encouragement and support are important in a relationship, said inspiringtips.com. Exercising regularly with your partner can pave ways for these two factors to develop. Whether it be jogging in the morning or simple work-out routines, exercising together creates a bond between the two of you.
4. Do a hobby together.
It can be anything – painting, riding horses, playing video games, knitting, or reading books! Doing a hobby together with your spouse opens the door for you to explore each other’s personal interests. You can just sit with your partner, read a good book, and enjoy a good silence.
5. Try something new.
There comes a time when the relationship becomes monotonous and loses its life. Encourage your partner to do one thing that he or she has never done before and let your partner support you in doing the same. By doing this you and your partner are conquering your fears and working your way to achieve your goals – a good practice to develop a strong support system!
6. Cook for each other.
Take a break from dining out and take-outs every once in a while because nothing beats homemade food. There is always sentiment when one cooks, so cooking for your partner, whether you are a horrible cook or a master chef, in a way tells him or her about how much you love him or her.
7. Travel locally.
You don’t have to empty your bank account when you travel. How? You can always travel to your local spots or destinations next to your town. The point is not where you are going but how you get there, said the portal.
8. Make each other laugh.
A sense of humor is important. Life is tough so being humorous can come quite in handy. Make each other laugh every day for it is important to enjoy life.
9. Spend time with each other’s family.
Attend BBQ-get-togethers, Christmas reunions, or Thanksgiving dinners! Spending time with each other’s family shows that you not only care for your partner but also for his family.
10. Write simple love notes.
Leave post-it notes, send love letters, give thank you cards. It doesn’t have to be every day but by showing affection, you show importance for the little things. As they say, “a little goes a long way.”
