My mate, 42 years old, has found himself a wife. He says shes a brilliant cleaner and a really good cook, and thats all he cares about.
Ive known Adam since we were kids. We grew up on the same street and, of course, we were mates. When we became teenagers, wed just gather as a group and head into the city centre. Wed walk around or simply sit on a bench, just talking rubbish. Relationships with girls werent something we took seriouslywe were more concerned about what our friends would think; we didnt want to lose face in front of them.
Later on, I joined the army, but Adam somehow managed to get out of it. After my service, I got a job and then got married. My wife and I lived together for ten years and had two children. Eventually, we realised there was nothing left between uswed become strangers. The arguments started, and we both understood it was time to go our separate ways. We divorced not long after.
A couple of years later, now completely single, I just happened to bump into Adam. In those twelve years, hed changed a lothed put on a fair bit of weight.
We sat down in a little café and caught up. Turned out, Adam had also got divorced and was on the lookout for another woman. A year went by. I met someone myself, and we tied the knot.
Then, as luck would have it, I ran into Adam again, and it turned out hed found himself a new partner as well. But I have to admit, I wasnt keen on his wifeshe was rather overweight.
What do you see in her? I asked.
Adam told me she was great at keeping the house tidy and an excellent cook.
And, whats more, she leaves me in peace! I can have a pint and watch the football, or go out to the pub with the lads. Shes perfect. Never nags me about anything.
I was a bit taken aback. For me, having a partner means so much more. Sure, its nice if someone can cook a nice meal and keeps the place clean, but for me, the most important thing is loving each other.
Some people care more about spotless homes and having tasty food on the table. But personally, I want to feel like my partner and I are truly in sync, like were a team. There should be respect and understanding between us. Its brilliant when a couple shares interests. My wife and I often cook and tidy up togetherits just what we do.
When two people are cycling side by side and pedalling in the same direction, their chances of enjoying the whole journey together are much greater.
Would you agree with me?
