Perhaps an elusive dream of a return trip to the Bahamas is one we will never reach. Whether the second honeymoon happens, matters only a little. What matters more is that we delayed that trip as part of the sacrifices we made for each other and our children. Some will think my wife and I are too practical for our own good. Yet I see the ongoing postponement of a second honeymoon as a strength in our marriage.
Romance is great, but a lasting marriage requires sacrifice.
Valentine's Day and honeymoons are wonderful events, but they don't do much measure to measure depth of a relationship. It's much better when we can find happiness on those ordinary days. Bill Brennan is editorial page editor of The Independent. Post your thoughts in The Public Forum. All rights reserved.