It is practically impossible not to smile when talking to today’s Sweet Tea Sunday couple! Liz and Ryan run both Liz and Ryan Photography, where they photograph happy couples in Maryland and beyond, and a truly inspiring community site called Amazing Life Together, where they encourage and help equip married couples to, well, live amazing lives together. These two truly love love, and we just knew they’d have some sweet nuggets of advice to share with us in V6.
Llew Wenzle
Ryan and I are high school sweethearts who have been together for 13 years and married for seven. Throughout our years of dating and marriage, we have learned so much!
Without a doubt, the biggest thing we’ve learned is the importance of communication. When you are in love and you and your significant other are in sync, it is so easy to just assume that he/she knows exactly what you are thinking. In reality, the only way to know what the other is thinking is to communicate openly. As a married couple, there shouldn’t be any topic that is off limits. A fulfilling marriage begins with trust, and trust develops by being open and communicating with each other.
In addition to communication, our other biggest piece of advice is to recognize that however hard the struggle may be, you are not alone. Marriage is not always easy, and it certainly does take work! It is very likely that another couple somewhere has been through the same struggles that you may be going through. Surround yourself with couples whose marriages you admire, and if things do get tough in your marriage, don’t be afraid to reach out for help.
Remember that you and your spouse are not always perfect. Forgive each other quickly and make up faster.
Finally, kiss! And we are not talking about a simple little peck on the lips before you walk out the door in the morning or go to sleep at night. We are talking about the passionate kind of kiss that takes your breath away, gives you butterflies in your bellies, and tingles in your toes. Life is too short not to show each other how much you love each other with a little affection! The next time you are about to rush out the door or turn out the bedroom light, hold each other tight and (as Ryan likes to say) “kiss her like she’s your wife!” And don’t stop for at least ten seconds! Trust us, you won’t regret it!
Keep up with Liz and Ryan
Websites: Liz and Ryan Photography and Amazing Life Together
Facebook: Liz and Ryan Photography
Twitter: @Liz_and_Ryan
Instagram: @Liz_and_Ryan
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