Love is close enough to touch and far enough to grow

"Marriage is compromise, giving in, routines and obligations," Addison pointed out at his 1st wedding anniversary.

All of us hunger a love that will stay intimate and secure, yet also encourage our individual fulfillment.

But the message often comes down to: "Be what I want you to be or I won't love you. Give up yourself."

There is always a difference in what two people want, need or think. You want to relax and your partner wants to go shopping. You think it's ok to yell and shout and spank your child and your partner is disgusted at the very idea.

I can't feel deeply loved unless I am approved of and respected for being who I really am. Trust that goes for you too.