There are three levels of preparation required in a marriage relationship. We have courtship, weddings, and marriages. All of these are very important.
However, most people spend time, energy, and resources preparing for a wedding, without giving due consideration to marriage. It’s the post-wedding relationship that really matters. So, in the write-ups below, we look at the three levels of relationships:
1: During courtship, be realistic. Don’t try to indulge in things you cannot sustain.
2: Enjoy your courtship, but look at the long-term relationship.
3:Plan your wedding with your own resources; don’t get into debt because you want to have a lavish party.
4: You and your partner should decide how much each of you can contribute. Family and friends may help to ease the financial burden of the wedding.
5: You should plan for your honeymoon based on the resources you have. Don’t copy anyone. All fingers are not equal.
6: Gifts obtained on your wedding day should be for you and your partner because you have become one flesh.
7: After the wedding, be open to each other about your finances. It’s better to be transparent and honest. Agree on your family expenses and all financial obligations because that’s where problems every day come from.
8: Plan for pregnancy and the arrival of your first baby. Your wife needs all your support during pregnancy. She would experience changes in her body, emotions, and attitude because of pregnancy. So, bear with her.
8: Save money for antenatal, medical bills for delivery, etc.
9:Plan for the new baby. Make allowance for the child’s needs, from christening to postnatal care.
10: Enjoy your marriage.
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