The hardest part by far is in-laws. I have been married twice, and both times my in-laws were insufferable. For the first time, the mom-in-law thought her daughters were the most talented and beautiful women on earth and could have done better than me.
It's amazing how important touch is to emotional well-being in a relationship. If you see red flags while dating, get them fixed before committing to marriage. If they aren't fixed, move on.
I learned that collaboration is the key. I believed my wife and I could maintain our independence while sharing a home, but that was not the case. If there's one piece of advice I'd give to other men, it's to be open and honest with your partner.
Just be an excellent dad, be civil, and these chapters will pass is my daily mantra. I'm escaping the shadow of the past and finding my own path.
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