Life goes by so fast and there are so many turning points along the way. The list of events may seem endless including getting educated, starting a career and retiring. Here are three other milestones and aspects to consider as you pass them.
Getting Married
There are plenty of reasons to get married. You can get tax breaks, a permanent vacation partner and a best friend forever. You will receive plenty of wedding & anniversary cards so make sure you return the favor when it is someone else’s time. There are also times when you will struggle with being spouses. That is inevitable in any marriage. The best thing to do is keep the lines of communication open. Go to couples therapy when things get rough. Do nice things for each other and keep the love alive through words of affirmation.
Having Children
After getting married, many couples think that having children and starting a family is the next big step. While the experience can be very rewarding, it can be very difficult as well. You have human beings that are completely dependent on you. You have to house, feed, bathe and educate them. This may seem like an unbearable burden at times, but there are so many great aspects of being a parent that it can be worth the sacrifices. Be sure to take them to the doctor and dentist in between baseball games and ballet recitals. Support them emotionally and ensure that they know you love them.
Buying a House
Some people might do this before having children as well as after to make room for more people. The financial component is often the deciding factor. You should save up for a down payment before getting a mortgage from a bank. When thinking about the location, you can figure out the best compromise between where you work and where your children will go to school. This is a big investment so take care of your home as best as you can.
Becoming an adult comes with so many ups and downs. That is why it is important to enjoy the good times and work hard through the bumpy times.
