Marriage

A lot of people have asked me if life changes much after you get married.

It does change, and it is a good change.

You first and foremost, get a new family and they're as nice and caring as your present family. Everyone looks out for you, and they give you good advice and make you feel welcome.

You get a permanent roommate. It takes a little getting used to cuz you may have always had the cupboard space. Now you have to share. My parents say marriage is a compromise. And it is.

So we've been doing things a normal young couple does. We've been looking for accomodation. We've been buying a microwave. We've made a list of what our new apartment will need.

I've made a couple of trips to my old home to pick up my ipod (very necessary) and other stuff. I picked up a few books that are pending on my reading list. I still haven't finished my Friedman book Hot Flat and Crowded. And I forgot to get it the last time. Better remember next time I'm there.

One of my friends, Namrata actually once said that the lyrics of a song reminded her of what relationships are all about. And I agree totally. The song is She will be Loved by Maroon Five. If you haven't heard it; do. It's a good song. The relevant section goes like this:

It's not always rainbows and butterflies
It's compromise that moves us along, yeah
My heart is full and my door's always open
You can come anytime you want