Telling your spouse, "I'll never find someone better than you" sounds romantic, but the truth is, you probably could. And what if you did? Or what if your spouse changes (they will)? This thinking makes marriage a fleeting commodity. It's only useful if everything lines up. (1/3)

Instead, “I'm unconditionally committed to you” views marriage as a covenant. If another comes along who seems like a better "match," nothing changes. If times are tough or your "perfect" spouse changes, you fight for it. Hell or high water, come what may, you're all in. (2/3)

A sweet gift of a decade with my wife has been growing up together & toward each other. We shape each other, challenge each other, & make each other better. Better than any one night of fireworks is the consistent kindling of love, commitment, & fighting for each other. (3/3)