My home is a place to come to get support and reduce stress. We divide up household chores in a fair way. We have planned things out and have had a sense of control over our lives together. I am proud of our marriage. There are things I don't like about my partner, but I can live with them.
Marriage is a struggle, but it's been worth it.
PART B 1. I feel cynical about our marriage. When I think of my own marriage, I can think of lots of sarcastic things to say about the institution of marriage. I have a lot of criticism of my partner. Our lives are very separate.