Why My Parents Click

My parents are clebrating their 40th Wedding Anniversary this weekend. Yup, it's the big 4-0! While I know that it is pretty rare for couples these days to last that long, I am indeed grateful that our family is blessed to have both of them together, healthy and happy after all these years. I don't know about you but, have you ever thought about your parents and really, I mean, really assesed how in this world have they lasted together for so long? Someone once told me that when you choose your lifetime partner, you need to choose one that complements you, meaning, you need to choose a partner that would help you with your weaknesses, so that whatever one is lacking in, the other would be able to fill in the gap. So here's why I think my parents have lasted this long. I don't know if they will agree to this, but, here are Ten Reasons Why I think They Click: 1. She buys on impulse. He takes forever to decide. 2. She eats what is familiar and safe. He explores and wants something new. 3. She speaks her mind. He thinks before he speaks. 4. She keeps quiet when upset. He blurts out his opinion. 5. She brags. He shows off. 6. She is technically challenged. He knows gadgets. 7. She loves to dance. He loves to play music. 8. She declutters. He keeps everything. 9. She spoils. He would discipline. 10. She works on what's "urgent". He prioritizes what's "important". Don't you just find them hilarious? Despite their differences, one thing they have in common is that they are full of love - for God, for their family and their community. I love you Mom & Dad.