10 Words to Live by when Living with Your Boyfriend

Smitten, Glamour Magazine

By Melissa Melms,Glamour magazine


Last month I attended my very first bridal shower. Before the party ended, every guest filled out a little card for the bride and groom-to-be with "words of wisdom" for their new marriage. Well, my dears, I took note of some of the gems and added some of my own. After six months (and going strong!) of living with my boyfriend I've compiled 10 words of wisdom for happy cohabitation.


1. Never go to bed angry. Always kiss goodnight.

2. Plan frequent date nights. Never let things get too comfortable or routine by fitting in time for romance.


3. Keep the wine rack stocked. Let's be honest, sometimes you both need a nice glass of wine (or bubble bath… together) after a long day of work.


4. Be generous with your time for each other and for your friends. It's easy to get caught up in your relationship so it's important to schedule couple time and "me" time.


5. Be your man's biggest cheerleader and he yours. Life is more fulfilling when you have someone to celebrate accomplishments with.



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6. Say thank you. Don't get so comfortable that you don't notice the sweet little things your man does for you!


7. Prepare meals together whenever you can. Or just split up responsibilities: he cooked; you set the table and clean the dishes!


8. Talk about everything: The everyday stuff and the bigger issues (like your dreams, family and future). A problem often arises over things left unsaid.


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9. Be on the same page about money. Go over your bills/finances together every month.


10. Say "I love you" every day and often.



J and I definitely keep up with most of these, but it's nice to have a little reminder of the things you could be doing to make your relationship stronger.



Do you have any Words of Wisdom you live by in your relationship? What do you think of these 10?



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