I do not believe that sheer suffering teaches. If suffering alone taught, all the world would be wise, since everyone suffers. To suffering must be added mourning, understanding, patience, love, openness and the willingness to remain vulnerable. – Anne Morrow Lindbergh
But marriage goes in waves. Youve got to be patient. People bail and give up on their marriages way too early. They just dont put the work and the effort into it. Youve got to suck up your ego a lot of times, because that can be a big downfall. – Anna Benson
