Wedding bells

The wedding bells have rung again. I have just been informed a few days ago that my ex-colleague’s boyfriend had proposed to her on her birthday. She came to the office the next day with a ring on her finger and everybody noticed the difference in her. The ever lively and friendly girl was glowing with joy in her.

The day that every girl is waiting for. To get settled down and start a family of her own with the one that she loves. The bible says that two shall become one. That’s is what we called marriage. The day will come when a young girl meets a young boy and falls in love. The world suddenly becomes so bright and colorful. The birds are singing everywhere. The flowers are blooming. That’s what happened when someone is in love.

Then it comes a time when the two decided to tie knot and settle down. This is where the excitement begins, arranging for the big day. From photography session, printing of invitation cards, shopping for the wedding ring to booking of the banquet hall, there are just so many things to do. Sometimes it could be quite tiring but nobody complains. It is once in a lifetime event and everyone wants to make it great. Make it a day to remember for the rest of your life.

Now you are married. What’s next? Of course it is time for junior to arrive. Well, three is a company and not a crowd. A family has begun. The excitement begins all over again. another round of tiring routine. From arranging for baby sitter to washing nappies. The baby is now the king or queen of the family. The parents have to adjust their routine to fit into the baby’s needs.

All is well and fine. A happy family. But don’t forget, both husband and wife are totally two different people and each has their own characters. There bound to be conflicts and disagreements. Sometimes situation can be rough and all are not smooth sailing. Life is not a fairy tale. The ending to a fairy tale story “And they live happily ever after” does not apply to real life. This is where understanding and compromises come in. Both husband and wife has to be committed and work together towards a happier marriage and a wholesome family.

With God’s blessing, I would like to wish my ex-colleague all the best. May you be blessed with lots and lots of children. :-)