I used to think my marriage was perfectuntil my best mate asked me a question that changed everything.
I got married really young, swept up in love. We dated for four years before tying the knot, and weve been through so much together. Now, weve lived under the same roof for over six years. I trust my husband completely, and I trust myself too. Hes sweet, caring, always there for mehelps with chores, never complains. Hes not the bravest or the strongest bloke out there, and lets be honest, hes no Brad Pitt, but hes got this kindness about him, this endless optimism that keeps me going even when life gets tough.
Thing is, hes hopeless at making decisions. Absolutely terrified of stepping out of his comfort zone, never pushes forward. Hes shy, toosix years together and he hasnt changed a bit. Doesnt take care of himself, ignores his health, dreads any kind of change. Hes nearly ten years older than meIm twenty-six, loving life, got a great job, bought my own car, and were paying off the mortgage on our house in Manchester.
Then, the other day, my mate hit me with: What do you even need him for?
And just like that, my happy little bubble burst. Now Im sitting here, wondering *What do I really need him for?*
